<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest news about Santa Ana with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your region!]]></description><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:19:00 +0200</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. home care providers urge the Board of Supervisors to increase their pay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Cal. &mdash; On Tuesday, May 19 at 10 am, in-home care workers from across Orange County, along with labor, business, and community supporters hosted a press conference at the Orange County Board of Supervisors building in Santa Ana to underscore the urgency of investing in the In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS) program, which provides care to people with disabilities and seniors.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-home-care-providers-urge-the-board-of-supervisors-to-increase-their-pay/</link><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 01:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-home-care-providers-urge-the-board-of-supervisors-to-increase-their-pay/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First 5 Orange County connects hundreds of families to vital resources at a Tustin community event]]></title><description><![CDATA[First 5 Orange County hosted a free community event for families with young childrenages 0-5 on Saturday, May 9 at Peppertree Park in Tustin, in partnership with First 5 California, the City of Tustin, CalOptima, and Orange County Social Services Agency. The joint event, titled Stronger Starts Statewide Day of Action, commemorated the statewide initiative dedicated to raising awareness about the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/first-5-orange-county-connects-hundreds-of-families-to-vital-resources-at-a-tustin-community-event/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 20:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/first-5-orange-county-connects-hundreds-of-families-to-vital-resources-at-a-tustin-community-event/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCTA seeks talented Orange County students to serve on next Teen Council]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE &ndash; The Orange County Transportation Authority is accepting applications for its 2026-27 Teen Council, a chance for high school students to get hands-on experience, learn about the transportation industry, engage with transportation planning, and contribute valuable perspectives toward programs and projects. Students selected for the council will serve throughout the 2026-27 school&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/octa-seeks-talented-orange-county-students-to-serveon-next-teen-council/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 19:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/octa-seeks-talented-orange-county-students-to-serveon-next-teen-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Traffic stop leads to big drug bust by Orange County Sheriff Deputies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Another great vehicle stop by the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s North Operations led to the arrest of a driver for narcotic sales and transportation. During a traffic stop in Orange, the deputies located 45 Xanax pills, 6 grams of fentanyl, 28 grams of suspected M30 fentanyl pills, 136 grams of methamphetamine, packaging materials, a digital scale, and a large quantity of U.S. currency.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/traffic-stop-leads-to-big-drug-bust-by-orange-county-sheriff-deputies/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 18:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/traffic-stop-leads-to-big-drug-bust-by-orange-county-sheriff-deputies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlicensed juvenile on illegal eMoto busted in unincorporated Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday in unincorporated Santa Ana, a deputy observed a juvenile riding this eMoto on the roadway. The juvenile was stopped and cited for driving without a license, operating an unregistered vehicle, no proof of insurance, and riding without a helmet, according to the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s North Patrol division. The eMoto was also impounded for 30 days, which can result in significant&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/unlicensed-juvenile-on-illegal-emoto-busted-in-unincorporated-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/unlicensed-juvenile-on-illegal-emoto-busted-in-unincorporated-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three free Memorial Day events coming this Monday in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[This Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026, the community of Santa Ana, California, will gather at three meaningful local events to pay tribute to the fallen servicemen and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Before heading to holiday barbecues or the beach, residents are invited to slow down and reflect on local history at these distinct morning services. Event 1: &ldquo;250&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-free-memorial-day-events-coming-this-monday-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-free-memorial-day-events-coming-this-monday-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Professional soccer is coming to Santa Ana this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the 2026 FIFA World Cup just around the corner, the U.S. Men&rsquo;s National Team has taken over Championship Soccer Stadium for their official tournament preparations. Because of this, Orange County SC&mdash;the region&rsquo;s only Division 2 professional soccer club&mdash;is hitting the road and bringing an official home league match directly to the heart of Santa Ana, on May 23. Here is everything you&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/professional-soccer-is-coming-to-santa-ana-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 08:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/professional-soccer-is-coming-to-santa-ana-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CHP announces major motorcycle safety crackdown in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &mdash; Local drivers and motorcyclists need to watch their speed and lane positioning this weekend. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Santa Ana Area has announced a targeted traffic safety operation scheduled for Saturday, May 23, 2026, right here in the city of Santa Ana. Dubbed (GEARS) VIII (&ldquo;Get Educated and Ride Safe&rdquo;), the operation will deploy additional patrol officers&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-announces-major-motorcycle-safety-crackdown-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-announces-major-motorcycle-safety-crackdown-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest Orange County homeless count shows a 13.7% decrease]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. (May 18, 2026) &ndash; Today, the County of Orange (County) and the Orange County Continuum of Care (CoC) announced the results of the Orange County 2026 Point In Time (PIT) Count. When compared to the 2024 PIT Count, Orange County reported a 13.7% decrease in the number of people experiencing homelessness and, for the first time, more people were in shelter than unsheltered.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/latest-orange-county-homeless-count-shows-a-137-decrease/</link><pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2026 01:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/latest-orange-county-homeless-count-shows-a-137-decrease/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 100 drivers cited in coastal Orange County traffic enforcement operation]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, May 16, 2026, the Laguna Beach Police Department (LBPD) led its first of numerous multi-agency traffic enforcement operations this year, targeting speed violations, loud and modified exhaust systems, and electric bicycle &amp; electric motorcycle violations. The coordinated effort focused on improving public safety and addressing ongoing quality of life concerns across Orange&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/over-100-drivers-cited-in-coastal-orange-county-traffic-enforcement-operation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/over-100-drivers-cited-in-coastal-orange-county-traffic-enforcement-operation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CHP launches May 2026 “Click it or Ticket” campaign: buckle up to protect your life and wallet]]></title><description><![CDATA[The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is launching its national &ldquo;Click It or Ticket&rdquo; mobilization campaign, running from May 18 through May 31, 2026. Coordinated by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), this high-visibility enforcement initiative aims to ensure every driver and passenger buckles up on every trip, every time. During this two-week blitz, CHP officers will be out&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-launches-may-2026-click-it-or-ticket-campaign-buckle-up-to-protect-your-life-and-wallet/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-launches-may-2026-click-it-or-ticket-campaign-buckle-up-to-protect-your-life-and-wallet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County to pause use of possibly toxic chemicals that affect our creeks and coast]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA &ndash; Following months of community outcry, OC Public Works announced a pause on herbicide spraying across Orange County Flood Control District channels. During the pause, OC Public Works will stop spraying county-wide and instead observe the growth patterns of invasive species to evaluate the safest and most effective procedures for removal. The pause builds on the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-to-pause-use-of-possibly-toxic-chemicals-that-affect-our-creeks-and-coast/</link><pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 18:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-to-pause-use-of-possibly-toxic-chemicals-that-affect-our-creeks-and-coast/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CDL and DUI checkpoint set for May 28 in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department will hold a CDL/DUI Checkpoint on Thursday, May 28, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits. Checkpoint locations are chosen based on DUI crash and arrest history. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring impaired driving. During the checkpoint&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-set-for-may-28-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 01:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-set-for-may-28-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inland Empire teen arrested after Facebook Marketplace robbery in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[In March, officers investigated a robbery on Athel Avenue. The suspect met with the victim to purchase an iPhone through Facebook Marketplace, according to the Irvine Police Department. During the meet-up, the suspect pushed the victim and ran away with the iPhone. Last Monday, detectives surveilled the suspect at his home. Jayce Amir Heckstall, 18, of Rancho Cucamonga&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/inland-empire-teen-arrested-after-facebook-marketplace-robbery-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/inland-empire-teen-arrested-after-facebook-marketplace-robbery-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Civil rights lawsuit filed against Santa Ana Police over fatal Jan. 29 shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CALIF., May 14, 2026 &mdash; The family of Victor Lopez, shot in the back by Santa Ana Police following a minor traffic stop, has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the City of Santa Ana and the as-yet unnamed officer involved in his death. Lopez, 18, was unarmed and surrendering to Santa Ana police when he was killed inside a parking garage on Jan. 29&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/civil-rights-lawsuit-filed-against-santa-ana-police-over-fatal-jan-29-shooting/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 21:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/civil-rights-lawsuit-filed-against-santa-ana-police-over-fatal-jan-29-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine man, 71, arrested after fatal duckling attack at community pool]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, several ducklings and a mother duck were swimming in the community pool near Morena and Segura, where one duckling was killed, according to the Irvine Police Department. Around 10:52 a.m., a man who lived nearby got into the pool, gathered some of the ducklings, and placed them into a box. A short time later, he used a plastic trash bin and struck some of the ducklings.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-man-71-arrested-after-fatal-duckling-attack-at-community-pool/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-man-71-arrested-after-fatal-duckling-attack-at-community-pool/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects arrested after a traffic stop on drug and weapons charges in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Friday evening near Jim Johnson Sports Park, Orange County Sheriff deputies conducted a traffic stop for multiple vehicle code violations, according to San Clemente Police Services. During the stop, the driver and passenger consented to a vehicle search, which led to the discovery of illicit narcotics, drug paraphernalia, items commonly associated with drug sales&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-arrested-after-a-traffic-stop-on-drug-and-weapons-charges-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-arrested-after-a-traffic-stop-on-drug-and-weapons-charges-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed juvenile arrested after fleeing from deputies in west Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County Sheriff Deputies conducted a traffic stop near Cerritos Ave &amp; Fern Ave. on a vehicle occupied by five individuals, according to Stanton Police Services. During the stop, one passenger fled on foot into the surrounding neighborhood. The deputies quickly established a containment perimeter, and the suspect &mdash; later identified as a juvenile &mdash; was safely taken into custody.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-juvenile-arrested-after-fleeing-from-deputies-in-west-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 18:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-juvenile-arrested-after-fleeing-from-deputies-in-west-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspected gang members arrested for a stabbing in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives arrested two suspects in connection with a September 2025 stabbing that left two men injured, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. On September 6, 2025, at approximately 10:45 p.m., Santa Ana Police Department officers responded to the 600 block of West Washington Avenue regarding reports of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers located two adult male victims&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspected-gang-members-arrested-for-a-stabbing-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 01:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspected-gang-members-arrested-for-a-stabbing-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police seized an e-motorcycle and cited the rider]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier in the day, Park Rangers stopped a rider on an e-motorcycle within Fairview Park and issued him a warning about his vehicle and how it is illegal to ride it anywhere in the city, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. The rider was also warned that he needed a helmet and was given other safety tips about riding safely. Hours later that same day&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-seized-an-e-motorcycle-and-cited-the-rider/</link><pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-seized-an-e-motorcycle-and-cited-the-rider/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCDA launches new unit targeting illegal e-bike and e-motorcycle use]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer has announced the creation of a new E-Bike/E-Motorcycle unit &ndash; RIDE SAFELY (Smart Accountability for E-Bikes and E-Motos and Law Enforcement for Youth) to review all potential criminal charges against juveniles and adults, including parents who knowingly allow their children to ride illegal E-Motorcycles. Since January&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocda-launches-new-unit-targeting-illegal-e-bike-and-e-motorcycle-use/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 23:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocda-launches-new-unit-targeting-illegal-e-bike-and-e-motorcycle-use/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Multi-agency operation targeted E-bike safety in west Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this week, the Fountain Valley Police Department, with the assistance of their law enforcement partners from Westminster PD, Seal Beach PD, and Cypress PD, conducted a directed enforcement operation focused on bicycle, e-bike, and e-motorcycle violations throughout their city. During the four hour operation, officers made dozens of contacts resulting in: The violations&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/multi-agency-operation-targeted-e-bike-safety-in-west-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 20:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/multi-agency-operation-targeted-e-bike-safety-in-west-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three suspects arrested after a woman who withdrew $5K from an Irvine bank was assaulted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last month, a woman withdrew cash from a bank near Alton and Culver, according to the Irvine Police Department. After she got into her car, suspects blocked her car, opened the door, punched her in the face, and stole her backpack, which had $5,000 in cash inside. On Friday, while IPD detectives surveilled the suspects, they appeared to be up to no good near another bank.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-arrested-after-a-woman-who-withdrew-5k-from-an-irvine-bank-was-assaulted/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-arrested-after-a-woman-who-withdrew-5k-from-an-irvine-bank-was-assaulted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two juveniles arrested after assaulting a man in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department is aware of multiple videos circulating on social media, as well as news outlets reporting teens assaulting a man on the bike path on May 9, 2026. Huntington Beach Police Department officers responded on the night of the incident and determined that several juveniles had congregated in the area for a bonfire. During their investigation&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-juveniles-arrested-after-assaulting-a-man-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 18:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-juveniles-arrested-after-assaulting-a-man-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. woman arrested after using a stolen credit card to pay off her parking tickets]]></title><description><![CDATA[About two weeks ago, a suspect rummaged through a vehicle at The Marketplace and stole a credit card along with other personal items, according to the Irvine Police Department. The stolen credit card was later used for fraudulent purchases, and in a bold financial decision, to pay off outstanding parking tickets! That same evening, the suspect was stopped for having an expired&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-woman-arrested-after-using-a-stolen-credit-card-to-pay-off-her-parking-tickets/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-woman-arrested-after-using-a-stolen-credit-card-to-pay-off-her-parking-tickets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. catalytic converter thieves who covered up their license plate arrested in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the early morning hours, a police officer patrolling a residential neighborhood spotted a suspicious vehicle driving with its license plate covered, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. A traffic stop was conducted, and the two occupants were detained without incident. During a search of the vehicle, officers located multiple burglary tools and other items commonly&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-catalytic-converter-thieves-who-covered-up-their-license-plate-arrested-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 16:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-catalytic-converter-thieves-who-covered-up-their-license-plate-arrested-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A bicyclist was fatally struck by a vehicle in Santa Ana today]]></title><description><![CDATA[An adult male bicyclist was struck by a vehicle at Fairview and 12th St., according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The bicyclist was pronounced deceased at the scene. On May 10, 2026 at approximately 12:09 pm, the Santa Ana Police Department received several calls regarding a vehicle vs. bicyclisttraffic collision at Fairview and 12th St. Officers&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-bicyclist-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-santa-ana-today/</link><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 07:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-bicyclist-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-santa-ana-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three e-motorcycle riders fled from the police but were detained in Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police Department was out in full enforcement this week addressing community concerns regarding illegal electric motorcycles operating throughout the city. Three electric motorcycle riders chose to flee from police officers, but motor officers safely detained all involved individuals. All three electric motorcycles were impounded. May is National Bike Safety month.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-e-motorcycle-riders-fled-from-the-police-but-were-detained-in-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-e-motorcycle-riders-fled-from-the-police-but-were-detained-in-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The O.C. Superior Court celebrates Juror Appreciation Week, May 11-15]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, CA &ndash; The Orange County Superior Court will celebrate Juror Appreciation Week, May 11-15, to recognize the service and participation of jurors from our community. Recognition for jurors during the second week in May was established by a special resolution passed by the California Legislature in 1998 to acknowledge the important contributions of citizens who devote their time and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-superior-court-celebrates-juror-appreciation-week-may-11-15/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 01:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-superior-court-celebrates-juror-appreciation-week-may-11-15/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GM must pay $12.75M after selling Californians’ location and driving data to data brokers]]></title><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND &mdash; California Attorney General Rob Bonta, together with San Francisco County District Attorney Brooke Jenkins, Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman, Napa County District Attorney Allison Haley, and Sonoma County District Attorney Carla Rodriguez, and with support from the California Privacy Protection Agency (CalPrivacy), today announced a settlement with General Motors&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gm-must-pay-1275m-after-selling-californians-location-and-driving-data-to-data-brokers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 00:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gm-must-pay-1275m-after-selling-californians-location-and-driving-data-to-data-brokers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man was arrested after stealing clothing from a Kohl’s store in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, a man stole several items from a Kohl&rsquo;s store in Irvine, according to the Irvine Police Department. The store is located at 14101 Jeffrey Rd. The suspect walked in to the store with sandals and then ran away with shoes. The IPD officers caught up to him and detained him. Prubdeep Singh Brar, 26, of Tustin, was arrested for shoplifting, resisting arrest&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-arrested-after-stealing-clothing-from-a-kohls-store-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-arrested-after-stealing-clothing-from-a-kohls-store-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed convicted felon arrested again in west Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 4/29/2026, gang detectives were patrolling in the area of Goldenwest St and Natal Dr. when they contacted a subject, according to the Westminster Police Department. Upon speaking with the subject it was determined he was a suspected gang member and a convicted felon. Ultimately the detectives were able to conduct a search of the subject&rsquo;s backpack and they located a loaded firearm.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-convicted-felon-arrested-again-in-west-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-convicted-felon-arrested-again-in-west-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. man in a stolen vehicle arrested in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[A few weeks ago, Orange County Sheriff deputies were patrol checking the area of Scenic Drive and Cove Road when they located a suspicious vehicle parked in a handicap spot, according to Dana Point Police Services. After conducting an on-scene investigation and running the license plate, deputies confirmed the vehicle had been reported stolen out of Los Angeles County.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-man-in-a-stolen-vehicle-arrested-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-man-in-a-stolen-vehicle-arrested-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed probationer arrested after fleeing on an e-bike in Tustin]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 19-year-old probationer tried fleeing officers on an e-bike before ditching a loaded firearm near a school, according to the Tustin Police Department. Officers caught up to him, recovered the gun, and gave him some &ldquo;life advice&rdquo; along the way. The suspect was ultimately booked at the Orange County Jail for resisting arrest, felon in possession of a loaded firearm&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-probationer-arrested-after-fleeing-on-an-e-bike-in-tustin/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-probationer-arrested-after-fleeing-on-an-e-bike-in-tustin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A juvenile died in an e-motorcycle accident in Garden Grove]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, 5-7-26, at approximately 9:50 p.m., the Garden Grove Police Department received a call from Life360 regarding a possible traffic collision in the area of Magnolia Street and Larson Avenue. When the police officers arrived, they observed a male juvenile being loaded into an ambulance. The juvenile was unconscious and was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-juvenile-died-in-an-e-motorcycle-accident-in-garden-grove/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 18:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-juvenile-died-in-an-e-motorcycle-accident-in-garden-grove/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pair arrested by the SAPD after a fatal gang-related shooting]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, April 27, 2026, at approximately 12:30 p.m., Santa Ana Police officers responded to 300 N. Daisy Avenue after reports of a man who had just been shot and was down in the street. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, John Albert Guillen (58), suffering from a single gunshot wound to his upper torso. Despite life-saving measures, Paramedics from the Orange County Fire&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pair-arrested-by-the-sapd-after-a-fatal-gang-related-shooting/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pair-arrested-by-the-sapd-after-a-fatal-gang-related-shooting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police are trying to identify a north O.C. grand theft suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Buena Park Police Department is calling on the public for help identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a Grand Theft investigation. According to a police bulletin posted on May 5, 2026, the incident (Case #26-15551) occurred on May 4, 2026, at approximately 9:30 a.m. in the 5200 block of Beach Blvd. Security footage from the scene captured several images of a woman&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-are-trying-to-identify-a-north-oc-grand-theft-suspect/</link><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-are-trying-to-identify-a-north-oc-grand-theft-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men stole bronze plaques worth over $2K in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are attempting to identify a pictured suspect who stole two bronze plaques worth over $2,000, according to the SAPD. On April 30, 2026, the suspects removed the historic plaques that the City of Santa Ana presented to the EBell Club located at 718 N. Mortimer Street. The suspects then rode off on bikes and fled the area. Anyone with information about the suspects or&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-stole-bronze-plaques-worth-over-2k-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 08:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-stole-bronze-plaques-worth-over-2k-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim man arrested on drug charges after a traffic stop in Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[A little before 9 p.m. two of the newest Costa Mesa police officers, who had just completed their Field Training, were proactively patrolling Costa Mesa when they came across a vehicle stopped in the roadway, with expired registration tags and a broken taillight. After contacting the driver, a 21-year-old from Anaheim, the officers observed in plain sight items commonly associated with&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-on-drug-charges-after-a-traffic-stop-in-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 08:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-on-drug-charges-after-a-traffic-stop-in-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OC Parks presents the free 2026 Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema Film Series]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Orange County, Calif.) &ndash; The County of Orange and OC Parks are excited to announce the highly anticipated lineup for the 2026 OC Parks Summer Concert Series and Sunset Cinema film series. Set against the natural beauty of Orange County&rsquo;s regional parks, these beloved outdoor events invite families and friends to gather for memorable summer nights filled with live music and movie screenings.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-parks-presents-the-free-2026-summer-concert-series-and-sunset-cinema-film-series/</link><pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 01:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-parks-presents-the-free-2026-summer-concert-series-and-sunset-cinema-film-series/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[4th member of $1.9M burglary ring that targeted O.C. homes sentenced to 61 years to life]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A third-striker who was recaptured in Mexico as part of an international manhunt for the thief after he skipped out on $1.2 million bond has been sentenced to 61 years to life in state prison for his role in running a multi-county burglary ring responsible for stealing $1.9 million in designer watches and purses, jewelry, guns, and cash in 44 residential burglaries in Orange&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/4th-member-of-19m-burglary-ring-that-targeted-oc-homes-sentenced-to-61-years-to-life/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 18:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/4th-member-of-19m-burglary-ring-that-targeted-oc-homes-sentenced-to-61-years-to-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judy Ware, owner of Ware Disposal, has passed away]]></title><description><![CDATA[Judith &ldquo;Judy&rdquo; Ware, the owner of Ware Disposal, and a resident of Newport Beach, has apparently passed away this week, according to Christina Shea, a former Mayor and Councilwoman of Irvine. Ware was apparently 77-years-old. Shea posted a tribute confirming the passing of Ware noting that Ware was not only a titan of the waste management industry but also a &ldquo;dear friend&rdquo; and mentor.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/judy-ware-owner-of-ware-disposal-has-passed-away/</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 17:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/judy-ware-owner-of-ware-disposal-has-passed-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to move a home office to Los Angeles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Moving a home office to Los Angeles can be both exciting and overwhelming. The city offers huge opportunities, but relocating your work environment requires careful planning. From navigating traffic and building rules to protecting sensitive equipment, there are several challenges you should anticipate and manage in advance. Before you pack a single box, define what your home&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/how-to-move-a-home-office-to-los-angeles/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 17:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/how-to-move-a-home-office-to-los-angeles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garden Grove man arrested after shooting a family member]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, 5/4/2026, at 3:54 p.m., police officers responded to the 12100 block of Flagstone Ave. regarding an assault with a deadly weapon, according to the Garden Grove Police Department. The officers received information that a shooting had just occurred and both the suspect and victim were outside. As the officers arrived, they located two males outside the residence.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/garden-grove-man-arrested-after-shooting-a-family-member/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 07:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/garden-grove-man-arrested-after-shooting-a-family-member/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North O.C. DUI suspect arrested after wrecking vehicle and running from the police]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 05/02/26 around 10 p.m., a police officer attempted to stop a vehicle, at Kraemer and Chapman but the driver decided to run, according to the Placentia Police Department. The suspect didn&rsquo;t get too far because his car hit a curb, two center medians, a traffic light, and a light pole. The driver then ran from the officer and fled into a nearby apartment complex.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/north-oc-dui-suspect-arrested-after-wrecking-vehicle-and-running-from-the-police/</link><pubDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 00:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/north-oc-dui-suspect-arrested-after-wrecking-vehicle-and-running-from-the-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Orange County infant was stricken by measles]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Santa Ana, CA) &ndash; The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) received confirmation of a measles case in an infant who had history of international travel. The HCA is notifying individuals who were exposed to the person in health care and other settings. &ldquo;Measles is highly contagious. Anyone planning domestic or international travel&mdash;or hosting visitors&mdash;should be fully vaccinated at least two weeks beforehand.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-orange-county-infant-was-stricken-by-measles/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 17:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-orange-county-infant-was-stricken-by-measles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman high on NOS arrested after hitting a parked car and a police car in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, police officers responded to a call for service from a female reporting she was being followed, according to the Fullerton Police Department. Despite checking the area, officers were initially unable to locate her. As they began to clear the call, the officers spotted a passing vehicle matching the description provided. A traffic stop was attempted&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-high-on-nos-arrested-after-hitting-a-parked-car-and-a-police-car-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-high-on-nos-arrested-after-hitting-a-parked-car-and-a-police-car-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man at a motel arrested for an attempted murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 2, 2026, police officers responded to a call of an assault with a deadly weapon. The victim reported being beaten by the suspect, later identified as Joseph Angel Palacios (37) of Santa Ana, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. This morning, May 3, 2026, patrol officers finally located Palacios at a Studio 6 Suites located at 1501 N. Harbor Blvd.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-at-a-motel-arrested-for-an-attempted-murder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 03:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-at-a-motel-arrested-for-an-attempted-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man stole a credit card in Irvine and used it at a store in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department is asking for your help to identify a male suspect. A credit card was taken from a parked vehicle at Wholesome Choice. The suspect was seen on surveillance cameras using the card to pay for items at a store in Santa Ana. He appears to be a white man with facial hair. He was wearing a black sweat shirt and a black baseball cap.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-stole-a-credit-card-in-irvine-and-used-it-at-a-store-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-stole-a-credit-card-in-irvine-and-used-it-at-a-store-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An expensive stolen mountain bike was recovered and the suspect arrested in Orange]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers responded to a report of a bike stolen from the front lawn of a residence, according to the Orange Police Department. After gathering the details, the police officers didn&rsquo;t just move on&mdash;they stayed proactive, continuing their patrol with the suspect and stolen property in mind. A short time later, that commitment paid off. Officers located both the stolen bike&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-expensive-stolen-mountain-bike-was-recovered-and-the-suspect-arrested-in-orange/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-expensive-stolen-mountain-bike-was-recovered-and-the-suspect-arrested-in-orange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Op-Ed: For a Safer, More Stable Orange County, Nelida Mendoza is the Only Choice for Supervisor]]></title><description><![CDATA[As voters in the Second District look toward the 2026 election, the choice for Orange County Supervisor has never been clearer. We are at a crossroads between a leadership style defined by political unpredictability and a steady, community-first alternative. That alternative is Nelida Mendoza. While incumbent Vicente Sarmiento has spent his tenure pursuing a rigid ideological agenda&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/op-ed-for-a-safer-more-stable-orange-county-nelida-mendoza-is-the-only-choice-for-supervisor/</link><pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 01:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/op-ed-for-a-safer-more-stable-orange-county-nelida-mendoza-is-the-only-choice-for-supervisor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. mom now facing a manslaughter charge after her son’s e-motorcycle victim died]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; An Aliso Viejo mother repeatedly warned of the dangers of continuing to allow her 14-year-old son to illegally ride an E-motorcycle has had her charges of child endangerment upgraded to include involuntary manslaughter after the 81-year-old Vietnam veteran critically injured when he was hit by the boy doing wheelies on an E-motorcycle in Lake Forest died.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-now-facing-a-manslaughter-charge-after-her-sons-e-motorcycle-victim-died/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-now-facing-a-manslaughter-charge-after-her-sons-e-motorcycle-victim-died/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Constellation Culinary Group expands to Bowers Museum with the new Ada’s Table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, CA (April 30, 2026) &ndash; Constellation Culinary Group, acclaimed for creating extraordinary dining experiences at the nation&rsquo;s leading cultural landmarks, brings its award-winning approach to Southern California through an exclusive partnership with Bowers Museum in Santa Ana. Constellation now oversees all dining, catering, and event operations across the museum&rsquo;s campus.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/constellation-culinary-group-expands-to-bowers-museum-with-the-new-adas-table/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/constellation-culinary-group-expands-to-bowers-museum-with-the-new-adas-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three men arrested after stealing goods from a train in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[On April 29, 2026, at approximately 10:20 a.m., Fullerton Police Dispatch received a 9-1-1 call reporting a possible burglary involving a train car near S. Euclid St. and Williamson Ave. The caller reported three males removing boxes from the train car. Police officers responded and arrived to find the suspects actively removing items. Once they spotted officers&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-men-arrested-after-stealing-goods-from-a-train-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 08:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-men-arrested-after-stealing-goods-from-a-train-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pair from Tijuana arrested for stealing Legos from a Target in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police recently arrested a man who bought Legos, removed the pieces, then filled the box with uncooked pasta, and returned it for a refund. Now two more people have been arrested for stealing Legos from a Target in Irvine. On Tuesday, IPD Spectrum police officers were alerted when a man and woman at Target bought boxes of Legos and immediately returned them with the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pair-from-tijuana-arrested-for-stealing-legos-from-a-target-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 08:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pair-from-tijuana-arrested-for-stealing-legos-from-a-target-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hit and run driver arrested after he collided with an SAPD vehicle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, a patrol officer was responding to a call for service Code 3 (emergency lights and sirens), according to the Santa Ana Police Department. While attempting to clear an intersection, the officer&rsquo;s patrol vehicle was struck by a gold Chevrolet Tahoe, which then fled the scene. Collision Investigation Unit detectives located surveillance footage of the incident and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hit-and-run-driver-arrested-after-he-collided-with-an-sapd-vehicle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hit-and-run-driver-arrested-after-he-collided-with-an-sapd-vehicle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The City of Santa Ana is hosting a free household haz waste collection event this Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency is sponsoring a free household hazardous waste collection on Sunday, May 03, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Saddleback High School located at 2802 S. Flower Street. The event is free to Santa Ana residents, and no appointment is required. This is a wonderful opportunity for you to safely dispose of unwanted household chemicals that cannot&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-city-of-santa-ana-is-hosting-a-free-household-haz-waste-collection-event-this-sunday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-city-of-santa-ana-is-hosting-a-free-household-haz-waste-collection-event-this-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is trying to identify a man who stole over $6k of items from a parked vehicle]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, April 27, 2026, at approximately 4:40 a.m., a suspect shown in a surveillance video entered an unlocked vehicle parked in a secured underground garage at 9 MacArthur Place, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The suspect stole about $6,000 worth of designer clothing, headphones, cash, and keys. The suspect entered through the driver&rsquo;s side door&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-man-who-stole-over-6k-of-items-from-a-parked-vehicle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-man-who-stole-over-6k-of-items-from-a-parked-vehicle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vehicle theft suspects arrested by police officers from Orange and Tustin]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, April 28th, 2026 at approximately 2:30 a.m., police officers from the Orange Police Department assisted Tustin police officers after a stolen vehicle was located as it exited Katella Avenue. Both of the suspects were arrested after they fled the vehicle on foot. A K9 officer helped to find them. They have likely realized that &ldquo;Choosin&rsquo; Felonies&rdquo; in Orange County is always a&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/vehicle-theft-suspects-arrested-by-police-officers-from-orange-and-tustin/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/vehicle-theft-suspects-arrested-by-police-officers-from-orange-and-tustin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police in north O.C. recovered two stolen vehicles and arrested the suspects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers located two unrelated stolen vehicles within hours of each other, on Tuesday, according to the Fullerton Police Department. In the first incident, a male driver was safely taken into custody. A short time later, a second stolen vehicle was recovered and a female suspect was taken into custody. Quick teamwork and sharp eyes shut both of these down before they&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-in-north-oc-recovered-two-stolen-vehicles-and-arrested-the-suspects/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-in-north-oc-recovered-two-stolen-vehicles-and-arrested-the-suspects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CHP warning: scammers targeting drivers with fake ticket texts]]></title><description><![CDATA[The California Highway Patrol&rsquo;s Santa Ana office is warning people about fake text messages claiming they owe money for unpaid tickets. Several people have reported getting suspicious texts from unknown numbers. The messages say the person has unpaid tickets and are threatening them with final reminders, and include a payment link to avoid repercussions. The texts are fake and part of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-warning-scammers-targeting-drivers-with-fake-ticket-texts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-warning-scammers-targeting-drivers-with-fake-ticket-texts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver escapes after car plummets onto a coastal O.C. highway and bursts into flames]]></title><description><![CDATA[At approximately 8:40 p.m., Newport Beach Fire crews responded with Newport Beach Police to a single-vehicle traffic collision near the intersection of Jamboree Road and the SR-73 freeway. The vehicle involved exited the roadway from Jamboree Road and landed on its roof in the southbound lanes of the 73, where it became fully engulfed in flames. The driver, who was the sole&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/driver-escapes-after-car-plummets-onto-a-coastal-oc-highway-and-bursts-into-flames/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/driver-escapes-after-car-plummets-onto-a-coastal-oc-highway-and-bursts-into-flames/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A DUI driver was arrested after driving unsafely in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On April 12, 2026, at 1:58 a.m., a Police officer conducted a traffic stop near West Coast Highway and Balboa Blvd W after observing a vehicle stopped at a green light, making an unsafe turn, and weaving within its lane, according to the Newport Beach Police Department. Following a DUI investigation, the male driver and sole occupant was determined to be under the influence and was&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-driving-unsafely-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-driving-unsafely-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several south Santa Ana streets to close temporarily during this Sunday’s OC Marathon]]></title><description><![CDATA[The 22nd annual Hoag OC Marathon is coming up on Sunday, May 3, 2026, bringing with it runners, spectators, and temporary street closures in south Santa Ana. The marathon will travel through Newport Beach, Costa Mesa, Irvine and Santa Ana, with road closures from approximately 5 a.m. to 12 p.m. Closure times vary based on runners&rsquo; location, and vehicle traffic may be delayed for safety&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-south-santa-ana-streets-to-close-temporarily-during-this-sundays-oc-marathon/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 20:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-south-santa-ana-streets-to-close-temporarily-during-this-sundays-oc-marathon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Sheriff Barnes endorses Hugh Nguyen for O.C. Clerk-Recorder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana (CA)&mdash; Orange County Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen announced today that he has been endorsed by Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes for re-election in the June 2nd California Primary. &ldquo;I am proud to endorse Hugh Nguyen for his 2026 re-election to Orange County Clerk-Recorder&rdquo;, said Sheriff Barnes. &ldquo;He always puts the interests of the residents of Orange County first and that is a sign of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriff-barnes-endorses-hugh-nguyen-for-oc-clerk-recorder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriff-barnes-endorses-hugh-nguyen-for-oc-clerk-recorder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newport Beach man sentenced to 70 months in prison for high-stakes crypto laundering]]></title><description><![CDATA[NEWPORT BEACH, CA &mdash; The fast-paced, luxury-fueled lifestyle of a 22-year-old Orange County resident has come to a screeching halt. On Friday, April 24, 2026, Evan Tangeman was sentenced in Washington, D.C., to 70 months in federal prison for his central role in laundering millions of dollars stolen in a massive cryptocurrency scheme, according to the U.S. Attorney&rsquo;s Office. Tangeman&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/newport-beach-man-sentenced-to-70-months-in-prison-for-high-stakes-crypto-laundering/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/newport-beach-man-sentenced-to-70-months-in-prison-for-high-stakes-crypto-laundering/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unhinged roommate arrested after a wild police pursuit in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[What started as a roommate dispute turned into quite the adventure for the responding police officers, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. After receiving a disturbance call, the HBPD&rsquo;s Drone was the First Responder (DFR) and it spotted the suspect making a dramatic exit in her vehicle. The officers then attempted a routine traffic stop (keyword: attempted).<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/unhinged-roommate-arrested-after-a-wild-police-pursuit-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/unhinged-roommate-arrested-after-a-wild-police-pursuit-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How did an L.A. County educator end up trying to assassinate President Trump?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just a few days ago, 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen was a respected educator in Southern California. Today, he is in federal custody, and the nation is grappling with how a Caltech-educated engineer and &ldquo;Teacher of the Month&rdquo; from Torrance could transform into an armed insurgent attempting to breach the White House Correspondents&rsquo; Dinner. For us here in Orange County and the greater Los&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/how-did-an-la-county-educator-end-up-trying-to-assassinate-president-trump/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/how-did-an-la-county-educator-end-up-trying-to-assassinate-president-trump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. deputies shot an armed ex-boyfriend after a domestic disturbance]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, April 24, 2026, a deputy-involved shooting occurred on a residential street in Lake Forest. On Friday, April 24, 2026, around 2:30 a.m., Orange County Sheriff deputies responded to a call regarding a disturbance near Antonio Parkway and Cow Camp Road in Rancho Mission Viejo. The caller stated that his girlfriend&rsquo;s ex-boyfriend, a male in his 20s, was at the residence&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-shot-an-armed-ex-boyfriend-after-a-domestic-disturbance/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Apr 2026 18:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-shot-an-armed-ex-boyfriend-after-a-domestic-disturbance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New York Ska Punk band Leftöver Crack is coming to Santa Ana on May 19]]></title><description><![CDATA[Left&ouml;ver Crack will hit the road this spring on a West Coast tour run, bringing their genre-defying chaos to stages across the U.S. Joined by Spaceman Bob and Human Issue, the run kicks off May 7 in Denver and snakes its way through the Pacific Northwest, California, and the Southwest with more dates to be announced soon. They will arrive in Santa Ana on May 19 for a concert at The Observatory.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-york-ska-punk-band-leftver-crack-is-coming-to-santa-ana-on-may-19/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-york-ska-punk-band-leftver-crack-is-coming-to-santa-ana-on-may-19/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana celebrates 27 years of recognition as a “Tree City USA”]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Arbor Day Foundation has officially named Santa Ana a 2025 Tree City USA, marking the city&rsquo;s 27th consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor. This recognition highlights the city&rsquo;s long-term commitment to urban forestry, managed through a dedicated Environmental and Transportation Advisory Committee and a comprehensive Tree Care Ordinance established in 1999. This year&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-celebrates-27-years-of-recognition-as-a-tree-city-usa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-celebrates-27-years-of-recognition-as-a-tree-city-usa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana starts a new street medicine program to help the unhoused]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Santa Ana officially marked a major milestone in public health this week. On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Mayor Valerie Amezcua and city officials celebrated the launch of the Street Medicine Program, a &ldquo;doctor&rsquo;s office on wheels&rdquo; designed to bring critical care directly to the city&rsquo;s unhoused population. Operated by AltaMed in partnership with CalOptima&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-starts-a-new-street-medicine-program-to-help-the-unhoused/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-starts-a-new-street-medicine-program-to-help-the-unhoused/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predatory Orange County Cheer Coach sentenced for abusing ten girls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Erick Joseph Kristianson, a 46-year-old former competitive cheerleading coach, was sentenced on April 23, 2026, to 174 years and four months to life in state prison for the sexual abuse of 10 girls. The sentence, delivered by Orange County Superior Court Judge Kevin Haskins, addresses a pattern of predatory behavior that spanned more than two decades. A Decades-Long Pattern of Abuse&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/predatory-orange-county-cheer-coach-sentenced-for-abusing-ten-girls/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/predatory-orange-county-cheer-coach-sentenced-for-abusing-ten-girls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana family escapes early morning residential fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just after 4:30 this morning, a family in Santa Ana was awakened by a fire in their home. Fortunately, everyone was able to safely exit the residence, according to the Orange County Fire Authority. When firefighters arrived, flames were blowing out of every window. The OCFA fire crews immediately confirmed everyone was out and quickly knocked down the blaze&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-family-escapes-early-morning-residential-fire/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-family-escapes-early-morning-residential-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim hit and run driver arrested after seriously injuring a victim in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this week, a driver was traveling through the intersection of Main St. and Santa Ana Blvd. when another vehicle ran a red light and collided with the victim. The driver of the vehicle that ran the red light fled the scene without rendering aid, and the victim was later transported to a hospital with significant injuries. The next day, detectives in the Collision&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-hit-and-run-driver-arrested-after-seriously-injuring-a-victim-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-hit-and-run-driver-arrested-after-seriously-injuring-a-victim-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man walked out of a Gelson’s in Irvine with over $2.6K worth of high-end wine bottles]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department is trying to identify a man after he allegedly took over $2,600 worth of high-end wine bottles from a Gelson&rsquo;s supermarket. The IPD commented that &ldquo;You could say he took the phrase &ldquo;grab life by the glass&rdquo; a little too seriously. At those prices, that&rsquo;s not just a bad pour decision, it&rsquo;s a full-bodied felony.&rdquo; The IPD released surveillance video of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-walked-out-of-a-gelsons-in-irvine-with-over-26k-worth-of-high-end-wine-bottles/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-walked-out-of-a-gelsons-in-irvine-with-over-26k-worth-of-high-end-wine-bottles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Anaheim Police will conduct a CDL and DUI Checkpoint on Friday night, April 24]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will conduct a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint on Friday, April 24, 2026, in West Anaheim, starting at 6:00 p.m. Commonly Targeted West Anaheim Intersections General &ldquo;High-Traffic&rdquo; Corridors In addition to specific cross streets, checkpoints in the West Anaheim area are often found along these primary routes: The&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-friday-night-april-24/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-friday-night-april-24/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed Facebook Marketplace iPad thief arrested by the Irvine Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[What started as a Facebook Marketplace sale of an Apple iPad turned into a not-so-smooth robbery, according to the Irvine Police Department. The seller met with the buyer at the Woodbury Town Center on March 28. However the man who showed up to purchase the iPad instead grabbed the device from the seller and then made a quick getaway. IPD detectives identified the suspect as&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-facebook-marketplace-ipad-thief-arrested-by-the-irvine-police/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-facebook-marketplace-ipad-thief-arrested-by-the-irvine-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Massive Federal raids target Mexican Mafia members in Santa Ana and Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &mdash; The Santa Ana Police Department helped lead a major enforcement operation on April 23, 2026 as part of the Orange County Violent Gang Task Force (OCVGTF), targeting a criminal network tied to drug trafficking, extortion, and the taxation of drug dealers operating in controlled neighborhoods, slap houses, and other illegal gambling locations throughout Orange County&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/massive-federal-raids-target-mexican-mafia-members-in-santa-ana-and-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/massive-federal-raids-target-mexican-mafia-members-in-santa-ana-and-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Copper thief who targeted a senior community in south O.C. arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the past several days, residents in Laguna Woods Village experienced unexpected water outages and the cause wasn&rsquo;t a simple plumbing issue. Multiple feet of copper pipe had been stolen, impacting several apartments in the 55+ community, according to Laguna Woods Police Services. Thanks to proactive policing, thorough investigative work, and support from the OC Sheriff&rsquo;s Directed&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/copper-thief-who-targeted-a-senior-community-in-south-oc-arrested/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/copper-thief-who-targeted-a-senior-community-in-south-oc-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. tagger on probation ends up hanging upside when his ankle monitor got snagged on a fence]]></title><description><![CDATA[A tagging suspect who was already on probation and was wearing a GPS ankle monitor was at it again when police officers gave chase, in the south alley of an partment complex, according to the Tustin Police Department. The unfortunate tagger ran from the police, of course, then tried to jump a fence only to find himself hanging upside down when the ankle monitor got snagged in the fence.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-tagger-on-probation-ends-up-hanging-upside-when-his-ankle-monitor-got-snagged-on-a-fence/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-tagger-on-probation-ends-up-hanging-upside-when-his-ankle-monitor-got-snagged-on-a-fence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man arrested for allegedly offering child for lewd acts]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. (April 22, 2026) &mdash; A 25-year-old man was arrested at his home for offering a child for lewd services, according to the SAPD. An investigator from the Santa Ana Police Department&rsquo;s Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force learned that Carlos Rodriguez (25) of Santa Ana was soliciting adult males to engage in lewd acts with his juvenile niece.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-for-allegedly-offering-child-for-lewd-acts/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-for-allegedly-offering-child-for-lewd-acts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pedestrian fatally struck by a vehicle in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On April 22, 2026, at 5:44 a.m., police officers responded to the area of Malvern Avenue, west of Dale Street, regarding a reported traffic collision involving a pickup truck and an adult male pedestrian, according to the Buena Park Police Department. Upon arrival, the officers located the male lying in the roadway, unresponsive. Orange County Fire Authority personnel arrived&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pedestrian-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pedestrian-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for two theft suspects who vandalized a church]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana police detectives are seeking the public&rsquo;s help in identifying two suspects involved in a vandalism and theft incident at a local church. In the early morning hours, the suspects damaged wooden fence panels to gain access to Christ Our Savior Catholic Church, located at 2002 W. Alton Ave., and then used a cutting tool to remove portions of a bronze statue.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-two-theft-suspects-who-vandalized-a-church/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-two-theft-suspects-who-vandalized-a-church/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man brandishing a billy club arrested in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning at 8:26 AM, the Huntington Beach Police Department received reports of a man walking in the area of Main &amp; Yorktown waving a knife around. Multiple officers responded from the station and in the field and quickly detained the suspect on the east side of Main south of Yorktown, near the police department parking lot. The item the subject was seen waving around&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-brandishing-a-billy-club-arrested-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-brandishing-a-billy-club-arrested-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. mom charged after son’s e-motorcycle hit-and-run critically injures elderly veteran]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; An Aliso Viejo mother who had been repeatedly warned of the dangers of continuing to allow her middle school son to illegally ride an E-motorcycle has been charged with felony child endangerment and felony accessory after the fact of a crime after her 14-year-old son hit and critically injured Ed Ashman, an 81-year-old Vietnam veteran, while the boy was doing wheelies on an E&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-charged-after-sons-e-motorcycle-hit-and-run-critically-injures-elderly-veteran/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-charged-after-sons-e-motorcycle-hit-and-run-critically-injures-elderly-veteran/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect arrested in cold case fatal shooting of a Santa Ana man and his dog]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &mdash; After more than six years of searching for answers, the Santa Ana Police Department has announced a major breakthrough in a cold case that devastated a local community. On April 21, 2026, authorities confirmed that an arrest has been made in connection with the 2019 fatal shooting of 20-year-old Adrian Real and his family&rsquo;s dog. A Night of Tragedy The case dates&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-arrested-in-cold-case-fatal-shooting-of-a-santa-ana-man-and-his-dog/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-arrested-in-cold-case-fatal-shooting-of-a-santa-ana-man-and-his-dog/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge overturns the City of Santa Ana’s ban on Short Term Rentals such as Airbnb and Vrbo]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a major legal shift, an Orange County Superior Court judge has overturned Santa Ana&rsquo;s ban on short-term rentals (STRs). While the original 2024 ordinance sought to eliminate stays of less than 30 days to protect neighborhood character, recent judicial rulings have halted its enforcement, siding with property owners who argued the ban was unconstitutional and lacked environmental review.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/judge-overturns-the-city-of-santa-anas-ban-on-short-term-rentals-such-as-airbnb-and-vrbo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 18:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/judge-overturns-the-city-of-santa-anas-ban-on-short-term-rentals-such-as-airbnb-and-vrbo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three arrested at the Costa Mesa Police DUI and CDL Checkpoint last Friday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[A total of 293 drivers were contacted and yielded 11 field evaluations for impairment, 3 DUI arrests, 10 citations issued for driver&rsquo;s license related violations, and 5 vehicles were impounded on Friday night, April 17, at the Costa Mesa Police Department&rsquo;s DUI and driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint on westbound Baker Street, east of Bear Street. The CMPD thanks all those that drove through&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-arrested-at-the-costa-mesa-police-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-last-friday-night/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-arrested-at-the-costa-mesa-police-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-last-friday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men killed in a Santa Ana shooting that may be gang related]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, April 19, 2026, at approximately 8:55 p.m., Santa Ana Police Communications received multiple reports of a shooting near W. Borchard Avenue and S. Shelton Street. Police officers, along with Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), responded to the scene and located three male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Eusebio Villareal (49) of Santa Ana sustained multiple&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-killed-in-a-santa-ana-shooting-that-may-be-gang-related/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-killed-in-a-santa-ana-shooting-that-may-be-gang-related/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will negative health impacts of marijuana lead to lawsuits against city governments like Santa Ana?]]></title><description><![CDATA[For years, the narrative around marijuana has leaned heavily into its potential as a &ldquo;natural&rdquo; wellness product. However, a wave of research from late 2025 and early 2026 is providing a sobering counterpoint. From mental health setbacks to physical risks, the latest data suggests that frequent use&mdash;especially of high-potency products&mdash;may carry significant consequences.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/will-negative-health-impacts-of-marijuana-lead-to-lawsuits-against-city-governments-like-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 18:09:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/will-negative-health-impacts-of-marijuana-lead-to-lawsuits-against-city-governments-like-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Has President Trump become the new Pete Wilson, dooming the Republican Party forever?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Is history repeating itself in the Golden State, or is it going national? In 1994, Governor Pete Wilson championed Proposition 187, a hardline immigration measure that many credit with permanently alienating Latino voters and &ldquo;killing&rdquo; the California GOP. Fast-forward to April 2026, and President Trump&rsquo;s aggressive second-term immigration crackdown is drawing eerie parallels&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/has-president-trump-become-the-new-pete-wilson-dooming-the-republican-party-forever/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/has-president-trump-become-the-new-pete-wilson-dooming-the-republican-party-forever/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court overturns a $2.9M retaliation claim verdict against the City of Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &mdash; The City of Santa Ana has secured a significant legal victory in Rita Ramirez v. City of Santa Ana. The trial court issued a ruling overturning a prior jury verdict awarding $2.9 million to the plaintiff and entering judgment in favor of the City on all claims. The court&rsquo;s ruling recognized the substantial and credible evidence presented at trial in support of the City.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/court-overturns-a-29m-retaliation-claim-verdict-against-the-city-of-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 01:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/court-overturns-a-29m-retaliation-claim-verdict-against-the-city-of-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Chinese restaurant offering hand-pulled noodles opens at Santa Ana’s CityPlace]]></title><description><![CDATA[Xibei Eatery quitely opened up in Santa Ana a few weeks ago. Check out their Yelp reviews here. They are a Northwestern Chinese restaurant that specializes in the grain-rich flavors of Northwestern China. They are part of a larger chain known for authentic regional specialties like hand-pulled noodles, unique oat-based dishes, and street food. Northwestern food reflects the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-chinese-restaurant-offering-hand-pulled-noodles-opens-at-santa-anas-cityplace/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 23:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-chinese-restaurant-offering-hand-pulled-noodles-opens-at-santa-anas-cityplace/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. teen arrested after reckless e-bike hit-and-run critically injures 81-year-old]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAKE FOREST, Calif. (April 17, 2026): On Thursday, April 16, 2026, shortly before 4 p.m., Orange County Sheriff deputies were called to the area of Toledo Way and Ridge Route Drive for a pedestrian struck by an e-bike. When the deputies arrived, they located an 81-year-old victim with life-threatening injuries. He was transported to the hospital and is currently in critical condition.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-teen-arrested-after-reckless-e-bike-hit-and-run-critically-injures-81-year-old/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-teen-arrested-after-reckless-e-bike-hit-and-run-critically-injures-81-year-old/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver arrested on DUI charges after fatal accident in coastal O.C. left a car in the water]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, at around 10:40 p.m., police officers responded to a traffic collision at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) south of Warner Avenue involving a silver Kia Soul and a white BMW 328i, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. Upon arrival, the officers located the Kia partially submerged under water in the Wetlands. HBPD officers&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/driver-arrested-on-dui-charges-after-fatal-accident-in-coastal-oc-left-a-car-in-the-water/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 19:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/driver-arrested-on-dui-charges-after-fatal-accident-in-coastal-oc-left-a-car-in-the-water/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver Special Projects Group opens 2nd Rove EV Charging Station in Orange County ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Costa Mesa, Calif. &ndash; April 16, 2026 &ndash; Driver SPG (an affiliate of C.W. Driver Companies, a leading builder serving California since 1919), has opened the large-scale Rove EV charging station location in Costa Mesa. The project is Driver SPG&rsquo;s second with Rove, which incorporates a hospitality model to accommodate the charging time for all electric vehicles. Rove&rsquo;s 55,384&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/driver-special-projects-group-opens2nd-rove-ev-charging-station-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/driver-special-projects-group-opens2nd-rove-ev-charging-station-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. County man arrested by the Irvine Police for stealing over $34K worth of Lego pieces]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect purchased Lego sets from Target, and removed valuable mini figures and pieces from the boxes, and in some cases, replaced them with dried pasta, according to the Irvine Police Department. You read that correctly! The suspect used durum wheat semolina pasta, which the IPD is calling a &ldquo;pasta-tively terrible plan.&rdquo; Target reported at least 70 thefts nationwide tied to the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-arrested-by-the-irvine-police-for-stealing-over-34k-worth-of-lego-pieces/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-arrested-by-the-irvine-police-for-stealing-over-34k-worth-of-lego-pieces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police officers chase down a theft suspect at the South Coast Plaza]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two police officers were on foot patrol, when one of them recognized a suspect from a recent string of grand thefts from a high-end store, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. When the officers approached, the suspect took off running but the officers gave chase and quickly caught up and apprehended the suspect. The Costa Mesa Police released video of the foot pursuit&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-officers-chase-down-a-theft-suspect-at-the-south-coast-plaza/</link><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-officers-chase-down-a-theft-suspect-at-the-south-coast-plaza/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Santa Ana invites community to help shape Little Saigon design guidelines on April 25]]></title><description><![CDATA[The cities of Garden Grove, Fountain Valley and Santa Ana invite community members, business owners and stakeholders to attend the Little Saigon Community Design Workshop on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Garden Grove Courtyard Center, located at 12732 Main St. &ldquo;The City of Santa Ana is proud to join our neighboring cities to shape a shared vision for Little Saigon,&rdquo;&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/city-of-santa-ana-invites-community-to-help-shape-little-saigon-design-guidelines-on-april-25/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/city-of-santa-ana-invites-community-to-help-shape-little-saigon-design-guidelines-on-april-25/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GoFundMe page aims to help women hurt in deadly crash during a south O.C. police pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The San Clemente community is grieving following a devastating tragedy that occurred on the morning of Monday, March 30th. Four incredible women, who have spent decades bringing order, peace, and warmth into homes across Orange County, were involved in a horrific accident caused by a pursuit of a stolen vehicle. The crash resulted in the unimaginable loss of their leader, Maria&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gofundme-page-aims-to-help-women-hurt-in-deadly-crash-during-a-south-oc-police-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gofundme-page-aims-to-help-women-hurt-in-deadly-crash-during-a-south-oc-police-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police will conduct a DUI and CDL Checkpoint on Friday, April 17]]></title><description><![CDATA[COSTA MESA, Calif. (April 15, 2026) &ndash; The Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) will be conducting a driving under the influence (DUI) and driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint on Friday, April 17, 2026, from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. within the city limits. Checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is not to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-friday-april-17/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-friday-april-17/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lookout still at large after armed ARCO robbery in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[On April 9, 2026, two suspects entered the ARCO gas station at 1727 E. Dyer Rd. and committed an armed robbery, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The primary suspect simulated having a gun by placing an object against an employee&rsquo;s back and ordered her to open the register. Meanwhile, a second suspect acted as a lookout. After stealing all the money from the register&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/lookout-still-at-large-after-armed-arco-robbery-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/lookout-still-at-large-after-armed-arco-robbery-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana Police and Human Trafficking Task Force rescue 14-year-old girl]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &mdash; A multi-agency operation in Santa Ana has led to the successful rescue of a 14-year-old girl and the arrest of a 21-year-old suspect. Earlier this morning, the Santa Ana Police Department assisted a Human Trafficking Task Force&mdash;including the U.S. Marshals and LAPD&mdash;in a critical investigation that led them to the California Lodge Suites on South Bristol Street.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-police-and-human-trafficking-task-force-rescue-14-year-old-girl/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-police-and-human-trafficking-task-force-rescue-14-year-old-girl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The OC Business Council opposes the state effort to limit the use of natural gas]]></title><description><![CDATA[California&rsquo;s push for a greener future is hitting a critical crossroads. While many agree on long-term climate goals, the Orange County Business Council (OCBC) has officially announced its opposition to Senate Bill 1359 (Henry Stern). The bill, known as the Gas Transition Responsibility and Electrification Act, seeks to fundamentally alter how natural gas is delivered and decommissioned across the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-business-council-opposes-the-state-effort-to-limit-the-use-of-natural-gas/</link><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-business-council-opposes-the-state-effort-to-limit-the-use-of-natural-gas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana’s $19M deficit is a spending problem, not a revenue problem]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana is at a crossroads. City officials recently sounded the alarm on a $19 million budget deficit looming for the 2026-27 fiscal year. Their solution? A desperate push to scrap the &ldquo;sunset&rdquo; on Measure X, effectively making a &ldquo;temporary&rdquo; 1.5% sales tax permanent. Before we hand over another blank check, we need to ask: Where did the money go? The Salary Surge While the city&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-anas-19m-deficit-is-a-spending-problem-not-a-revenue-problem/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-anas-19m-deficit-is-a-spending-problem-not-a-revenue-problem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former O.C. Sheriff’s Deputy charged with child porn possession, misuse of law enforcement database and violating a restraining order]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A former Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s deputy who was assigned to work at John Wayne Airport has been charged with possessing child pornography, illegally accessing a confidential law enforcement database to look up his ex-girlfriend and her new boyfriend, and violating a restraining order by showing up to his ex-girlfriend&rsquo;s home in the middle of the night. The deputy resigned from&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-oc-sheriffs-deputy-charged-with-child-porn-possession-misuse-of-law-enforcement-database-and-violating-a-restraining-order/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-oc-sheriffs-deputy-charged-with-child-porn-possession-misuse-of-law-enforcement-database-and-violating-a-restraining-order/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four arrested in north O.C. Fentanyl bust]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend police officers served an arrest warrant, according to the Placentia Police Department. During the service of thee warrant three other individuals and drugs were located. A search warrant was obtained and both Fentanyl and large amounts of cash were seized. The total cash seized appeared to be roughly $6,000 to $10,000. The operation resulted in four subjects&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-arrested-in-north-oc-fentanyl-bust/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-arrested-in-north-oc-fentanyl-bust/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Costa Mesa officer pleads guilty to using police databases to stalk mistress and rivals]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A former Costa Mesa police officer pleaded guilty to contacting his mistress thousands of times through text, telephone calls, and social media messages, sometimes more than 100 times in a day, over nine months and used confidential law enforcement databases to track her whereabouts, the whereabouts of her romantic partners and the whereabouts of his own wife.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ex-costa-mesa-officer-pleads-guilty-to-using-police-databases-to-stalk-mistress-and-rivals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ex-costa-mesa-officer-pleads-guilty-to-using-police-databases-to-stalk-mistress-and-rivals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. suspect on roof surrenders after a K9 dog is deployed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, around 10:00 a.m., Orange County Sheriff deputies were conducting a proactive patrol in the city of Stanton when they observed a known-wanted subject fleeing from them according to Stanton Police Services. The subject fled to the backyard of a residence in the 7000 block of Syracuse Avenue in Stanton and attempted to hide from the deputies. The Sheriff&rsquo;s Helicopter (Duke)&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-suspect-on-roof-surrenders-after-a-k9-dog-is-deployed/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-suspect-on-roof-surrenders-after-a-k9-dog-is-deployed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DUI Checkpoint set for Friday night, April 17, in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Plan your weekend travel accordingly, Laguna Beach! The Laguna Beach Police Department has announced a DUI checkpoint scheduled for Friday, April 17, 2026. Officers will be out in force from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city. These checkpoints aren&rsquo;t random; they are strategically placed based on data from previous impaired driving-related crashes and arrests to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-checkpoint-set-for-friday-night-april-17-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-checkpoint-set-for-friday-night-april-17-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wanted criminal arrested again on drug charges and resisting arrest, in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[During a patrol check near the Orange County Airport, police officers contacted a man with active warrants, according to the Irvine Police Department. The man didn&rsquo;t seem too excited to see the officers, but the feeling wasn&rsquo;t mutual. Irvine officers are always happy to arrest criminals. The man was safely arrested, at what appeared to be a retail center, and he was booked at the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/wanted-criminal-arrested-again-on-drug-charges-and-resisting-arrest-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/wanted-criminal-arrested-again-on-drug-charges-and-resisting-arrest-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspects arrested at an Orange wellness center after drug dealing and human trafficking complaints]]></title><description><![CDATA[On April 8, 2026, a coordinated operation was carried out with the Orange Police Department&rsquo;s SWAT Team, Special Investigations Unit and Code Enforcement following a months-long investigation into complaints of drug dealing and possible human trafficking. Orange PD, with assistance from the Anaheim Police Department, executed a search warrant in the evening hours&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspects-arrested-at-an-orange-wellness-center-after-drug-dealing-and-human-trafficking-complaints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspects-arrested-at-an-orange-wellness-center-after-drug-dealing-and-human-trafficking-complaints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Santa Ana woman was arrested on a stolen motorcycle after a police pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday a female motorcyclist decided to test her luck on a Yamaha and flee from motor officers doing enforcement, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The Santa Ana police released a body cam video showing the suspect as she drove recklessly on city streets, sidewalks and commercial parking lots. The BMW won. (Santa Ana motor officers use BMW motorcycles).<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-woman-was-arrested-on-a-stolen-motorcycle-after-a-police-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-woman-was-arrested-on-a-stolen-motorcycle-after-a-police-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man in construction clothes stole cash, jewelry and handbags from an apartment in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, a suspect was captured on a victim&rsquo;s Ring and surveillance cameras burglarizing her apartment at 780 S. Lyon Street, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The suspect, believed to be a Hispanic male wearing construction clothes, stole thousands of dollars&rsquo; worth of jewelry, Louis Vuitton and Gucci handbags, a safe containing over $6,000 in cash, and personal documents.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-in-construction-clothes-stole-cash-jewelry-and-handbags-from-an-apartment-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-in-construction-clothes-stole-cash-jewelry-and-handbags-from-an-apartment-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man pleads guilty to nearly $270M Medi-Cal fraud involving prescription drugs]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES &ndash; An Orange County man has pleaded guilty to submitting nearly $270 million in fraudulent claims over an 11-month span to Medi-Cal for expensive prescription drugs containing generic ingredients that were not medically necessary and, in many instances, not provided to the purported recipients, the Justice Department announced today. Paul Richard Randall, 66, of Orange&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-pleads-guilty-to-nearly-270m-medi-cal-fraud-involving-prescription-drugs/</link><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-pleads-guilty-to-nearly-270m-medi-cal-fraud-involving-prescription-drugs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested for homicide in west Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[STANTON, Calif. (April 8, 2026): On Sunday, April 5, 2026, at around 5:30 a.m., deputies were called to the area of Main Street and Pacific Street in Stanton after reports of a possible dead body, according to Stanton Police Services. Deputies arrived and discovered a man, later identified as Anthony Lee Carlos, 37, of Fullerton, deceased from what was determined to be a gunshot wound.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-homicide-in-west-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-homicide-in-west-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Fountain Valley police officer charged with stealing court pay for 27 no-show cases]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A former Fountain Valley police officer has been charged with felony grand theft after he submitted timecards claiming he appeared in traffic court when in fact he was a no-show, and 27 different cases had to be dismissed because he failed to appear. Stuart Robert Chase, 50, of Corona, has been charged with one felony count of grand theft and one felony count of filing a&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-fountain-valley-police-officer-charged-with-stealing-court-pay-for-27-no-show-cases/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-fountain-valley-police-officer-charged-with-stealing-court-pay-for-27-no-show-cases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Santa Ana man was fatally shot while taking out the trash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana homicide detectives are seeking the public&rsquo;s help in a 2025 homicide investigation. On January 2, 2025, at about 7:30 p.m., Gerson Ramirez Perez (37), stepped out of his home in the 1400 block of S. Minnie Street to throw away his trash. While in the alley, Gerson was shot multiple times and later pronounced deceased at the scene. The SAPD has very limited&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-man-was-fatally-shot-while-taking-out-the-trash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-man-was-fatally-shot-while-taking-out-the-trash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Court rules against the 2525 N. Main St. development in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The City of Santa Ana has won a nearly three-year legal battle over its denial of a proposed high-density residential development at 2525 N. Main St. in a court ruling that reinforces the City&rsquo;s land-use authority. Superior Court Judge Melissa McCormick issued a final ruling on April 1, 2026, against AC 2525 Main, LLC, denying the company&rsquo;s attempt to circumvent the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/court-rules-against-the-2525-n-main-st-development-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/court-rules-against-the-2525-n-main-st-development-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rolling into Santa Ana: OC Streetcar begins daytime testing on Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The OC Streetcar is one step closer to reality! On Wednesday, April 8, the project team will be back on the streets of Santa Ana for critical daytime testing activities. Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., crews will be towing a streetcar vehicle using a specialized truck along the alignment from Raitt Street to the Santa Ana Regional Transportation Center (SARTC). While this phase is expected&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/rolling-into-santa-ana-oc-streetcar-begins-daytime-testing-on-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:34:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/rolling-into-santa-ana-oc-streetcar-begins-daytime-testing-on-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CA court rules that lawsuit over stolen prison “Gate Money” may proceed]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a significant win for formerly incarcerated Californians, an Alameda County Superior Court judge has cleared the way for a major class action lawsuit against the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) to proceed. The case, Scholl v. CDCR, challenges a decades-long practice of deducting clothing and transportation costs from the $200 &ldquo;gate money&rdquo; that state law&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-court-rules-that-lawsuit-over-stolen-prison-gate-money-may-proceed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 22:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-court-rules-that-lawsuit-over-stolen-prison-gate-money-may-proceed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man demands free gas an an Irvine gas station and gets arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, a man strolled into a gas station, demanded $55 in gas, and refused to provide any form of payment, according to the Irvine Police Department. Bold move with these gas prices! The man then decided to camp out at the gas pump, waiting for the free gas that would never arrive. Irvine police officers deployed their expert patience and negotiation skills, trying to get the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-demands-free-gas-an-an-irvine-gas-station-and-gets-arrested/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-demands-free-gas-an-an-irvine-gas-station-and-gets-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested in coastal O.C. for allegedly trying to hook up with a minor at a park]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, April 5, 2026, at approximately 7:30 pm, the Huntington Beach Police Department was contacted in reference to a report of a disturbance at Huntington Beach Central Park. It was reported that a social media film crew had confronted an adult male who had made arrangements for s*xual contact with a juvenile male. Patrol officers arrived and made contact with all of the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-in-coastal-oc-for-allegedly-trying-to-hook-up-with-a-minor-at-a-park/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-in-coastal-oc-for-allegedly-trying-to-hook-up-with-a-minor-at-a-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged with murder in pursuit crash that killed Santa Ana couple and unborn child]]></title><description><![CDATA[On April 3, 2026, the Los Angeles County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office filed a felony complaint charging Marshall Campbell Judson, 31, a resident of Pomona, with three counts of murder following a fatal high-speed police pursuit in Pomona. The accident Judson caused killed a Santa Ana couple and their unborn child. On Wednesday, April 1, at approximately 9:33 PM, Pomona police officers responded&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-charged-with-murder-in-pursuit-crash-that-killed-santa-ana-couple-and-unborn-child/</link><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-charged-with-murder-in-pursuit-crash-that-killed-santa-ana-couple-and-unborn-child/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana Police to conduct a Pre-Easter DUI Checkpoint this Friday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[nightHeading into the Easter weekend, the Santa Ana Police Department is prioritizing road safety with a scheduled DUI and Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint. Whether you are traveling to see family or heading out for a holiday meal, the goal is to ensure everyone reaches their destination safely. Event Details Why Now? Checkpoint locations are chosen based on data regarding alcohol&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-police-to-conduct-a-pre-easter-dui-checkpoint-this-friday-night/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-police-to-conduct-a-pre-easter-dui-checkpoint-this-friday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fairhaven Memorial Park &amp; Mortuary to host an Easter Sunrise Service on April 5]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kick off your Easter morning with a breathtaking tradition that has inspired the Orange County community for over three decades. On Sunday, April 5, 2026, Fairhaven Memorial Park &amp; Mortuary will host its 33rd Annual Easter Sunrise Service, inviting families and friends to gather at dawn to celebrate the resurrection of Christ. The morning promises an atmosphere of reflection and joy&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fairhaven-memorial-park-amp-mortuary-to-host-an-easter-sunrise-service-on-april-5/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:44:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fairhaven-memorial-park-amp-mortuary-to-host-an-easter-sunrise-service-on-april-5/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Residential illegal gambling operation busted by the Santa Ana Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, Santa Ana Police Department QOLT and Directed Patrol officers, working alongside Vice Detectives, served a search warrant at a residence in the 1500 block of S. Lowell Street following multiple community complaints of suspected illegal gambling. Inside the home, the police officers located seven illegal gambling machines and seized nearly $3,000 in cash.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/residential-illegal-gambling-operation-busted-by-the-santa-ana-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/residential-illegal-gambling-operation-busted-by-the-santa-ana-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 O.C. suspects arrested on felony retail theft and government benefit fraud charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the last two days the Garden Grove Police Department, along with the Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office, San Bernardino County Social Services SIU, and other allied agency investigators conducted a joint operation targeting organized EBT fraud associated to transnational criminal organizations. Included in the operation&rsquo;s targets was Andrei Nicolae (age 18).<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/7-oc-suspects-arrested-on-felony-retail-theft-and-government-benefit-fraud-charges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/7-oc-suspects-arrested-on-felony-retail-theft-and-government-benefit-fraud-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Secured O.C. Property Tax second installment – due by April 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Orange County Treasurer Shari L. Freidenrich reminds property owners that the last timely payment date to avoid the 10 percent late penalty is Friday, April 10 for their Fiscal Year 2025-26 secured property tax second installment. &ldquo;Our goal is to make paying property taxes at taxbill.octreasurer.gov as safe, secure and convenient as possible. Our free eCheck option&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/secured-oc-property-tax-second-installment-due-by-april-10/</link><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/secured-oc-property-tax-second-installment-due-by-april-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is cracking down on Easter cruising again although the State legalized it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Once again, Easter Sunday in Santa Ana is being marked not just by celebrations, but by a massive &ldquo;zero-tolerance&rdquo; police enforcement operation. A recent press release from the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD) outlines a citywide crackdown on &ldquo;unpermitted events&rdquo; this April 5th, specifically targeting cruising culture under the guise of traffic flow and public safety. But here is the catch&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-cracking-down-on-easter-cruising-again-although-the-state-legalized-it/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-cracking-down-on-easter-cruising-again-although-the-state-legalized-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two women swindled a victim out of $45K with a lottery ticket scam, in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[A victim was in the area of Raitt St. and McFadden Ave. when she was approached by two women claiming they had a winning $2.7 million lottery ticket but could not cash it due to their immigration status, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD). The victim agreed to enter the suspects&rsquo; vehicle (pictured above) and was driven back to her home, where she gathered cash and jewelry&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-women-swindled-a-victim-out-of-45k-with-a-lottery-ticket-scam-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 01:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-women-swindled-a-victim-out-of-45k-with-a-lottery-ticket-scam-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[12 young adults graduated from the O.C. Young Adult Court program last month]]></title><description><![CDATA[March 30, 2026 &ndash; Orange, Calif. &ndash; 12 formerly-incarcerated youth graduated this past month from the Young Adult Court (YAC) program, an initiative that provides transitional-aged youth (18-25) in Orange County with low-level felonies the opportunity to pursue a curriculum with the goal of community reintegration and move towards stable employment. Founded in 2018 through a collaborative&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/12-young-adults-graduated-from-the-oc-young-adult-court-program-last-month/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/12-young-adults-graduated-from-the-oc-young-adult-court-program-last-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County man arrested for abusing a German Sheherd]]></title><description><![CDATA[The weekend, police officers responded to the Recreation Center for an animal abuse in progress, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. A concerned citizen called to report a male kicking and stomping on a German Shepherd who appeared to be in distress. The male suspect was quickly located and detained by responding officers, and he was ultimately arrested for felony&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-man-arrested-for-abusing-a-german-sheherd/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-man-arrested-for-abusing-a-german-sheherd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young man arrested for tagging at a park in Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, two park rangers were proactively conducting a patrol check of Talbert Park South a little before 7 a.m. when they heard the rattling of a can, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. The officers knew what that sound meant. They located fresh purple spray paint on a small county sign along the bike trail. The officers then spotted a 22-year-old man fleeing from&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/young-man-arrested-for-tagging-at-a-park-in-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/young-man-arrested-for-tagging-at-a-park-in-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$1.75M raised to provide homes and health for OC families]]></title><description><![CDATA[IRVINE, Calif. &ndash; Illumination Health + Home (Illumination) has been redefining what it means to care for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Orange County. Through an integrated model that brings together housing, healthcare, and critical support services, the organization is creating pathways to stability, dignity, and long-term well-being. That mission came to life on&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/175m-raised-to-provide-homes-and-health-for-oc-families/</link><pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/175m-raised-to-provide-homes-and-health-for-oc-families/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Soccer Club to host historic one-off match at Eddie West Field in Santa Ana on May 23]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif (March 30, 2026) &mdash; Orange County Soccer Club (OCSC) today announced it will host a special one-off home match against Oakland Roots SC at Eddie West Field in Santa Ana on Saturday, May 23. The match represents a unique moment in club history, as OCSC temporarily relocates from its home at Championship Soccer Stadium, due to the venue serving as a training base for the United&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-soccerclub-to-host-historic-one-off-match-at-eddie-west-field-in-santa-ana-on-may-23/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-soccerclub-to-host-historic-one-off-match-at-eddie-west-field-in-santa-ana-on-may-23/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$6M still available: OCWR extends deadline for food recovery grants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County, CA (March 31, 2026) &ndash; Due to strong interest and response from the community, OC Waste &amp; Recycling (OCWR) has extended the application deadline for the Regional Recycling and Edible Food Recovery Grant Program to May 15, 2026, at 4:59 p.m. Originally launched on March 2, 2026, the competitive five-year grant program is designed to expand edible food recovery infrastructure and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/6m-still-available-ocwr-extends-deadline-for-food-recovery-grants/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/6m-still-available-ocwr-extends-deadline-for-food-recovery-grants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several suspects were arrested on gun and narcotics charges in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week police officers and detectives executed a search warrant based on information obtained in the course of an investigation, according to the Placentia Police Department. Multiple illegal weapons and significant amounts of methamphetamines, fentanyl and other illegal narcotics were discovered inside the premises. the Placentia Police Department&rsquo;s K9 polic dog Zero was happy to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-suspects-were-arrested-on-gun-and-narcotics-charges-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-suspects-were-arrested-on-gun-and-narcotics-charges-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two U-Haul thieves arrested after causing a fatal crash during a south O.C. police pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just before 8 a.m. today, Orange County Sheriff deputies attempted a traffic stop on a stolen U-Haul and the driver did not stop, according to San Clemente Police Services. Deputies pursued a short time before the U-Haul collided with a vehicle near S. Ola Vista and Granada in San Clemente. The passenger of the stolen U-Haul, Gregorio Horacio Trejochavez, 56 years old of La Habra&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-u-haul-thieves-arrested-after-causing-a-fatal-crash-during-a-south-oc-police-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 21:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-u-haul-thieves-arrested-after-causing-a-fatal-crash-during-a-south-oc-police-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two adults in an RV were arrested on drug charges in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend, a resident reported a suspicious RV parked in their neighborhood&mdash;and that call made a difference, according to the Fullerton Police Department. Poplice officers contacted the occupants and ultimately arrested two adults, who were booked on multiple felony and misdemeanor drug charges. The FPD thanks the resident who trusted their instincts and spoke up.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-adults-in-an-rv-were-arrested-on-drug-charges-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-adults-in-an-rv-were-arrested-on-drug-charges-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A motorcyclist died after a collision in coastal Orange County on Sunday afternoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, March 29, 2026, at approximately 3:56 p.m., police officers responded to a traffic collision at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and 24th St. in Sunset Beach involving a white Toyota Camry and a blue BMW motorcycle, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD). Upon arrival, officers located the rider of the BMW, a 28-year-old male from Cerritos&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-motorcyclist-died-after-a-collision-in-coastal-orange-county-on-sunday-afternoon/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-motorcyclist-died-after-a-collision-in-coastal-orange-county-on-sunday-afternoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gas pipeline project in north Santa Ana set to begin today]]></title><description><![CDATA[SoCalGas informed the City of Santa Ana that they will be working on a gas pipeline enhancement project along Grand Avenue, north of Santa Clara Avenue, as early as Monday, March 30, 2026, for about four weeks. Work will occur from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily and will include use of trucks and heavy equipment, construction noise and traffic impacts. Natural gas service in the area should&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gas-pipeline-project-in-north-santa-ana-set-to-begin-today/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gas-pipeline-project-in-north-santa-ana-set-to-begin-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[U.S. Rep. Correa secures $2M to improve Santa Ana’s Chepa’s Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &mdash; Today, U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) presented a $2 million check to the City of Santa Ana for renovations and upgrades to historic Chepa&rsquo;s Park. Funding will be used to demolish and reconstruct a new community center and other improvements at Chepa&rsquo;s Park, including a new basketball court, new landscaping, picnic areas, site lighting, new playground equipment and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/us-rep-correa-secures-2m-to-improve-santa-anas-chepas-park/</link><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/us-rep-correa-secures-2m-to-improve-santa-anas-chepas-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Segerstrom High School Girls Varsity Soccer team needs help to buy their championship rings]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Segerstrom High School Girls Varsity Soccer team made history on February 27, 2026, by winning the CIF Southern Section (CIF-SS) Division 6 Championship. This victory was the first CIF title for the girls&rsquo; soccer program and the first-ever CIF Championship in girls&rsquo; soccer for the entire Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD) Unfortunately the young ladies on this team do not have the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-segerstrom-high-school-girls-varsity-soccer-team-needs-help-to-buy-their-championship-rings/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-segerstrom-high-school-girls-varsity-soccer-team-needs-help-to-buy-their-championship-rings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Corona man arrested for coastal O.C. road rage incident involving cyclists]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 3/21/26 at 11:00 a.m., a road rage incident occurred in the city of Newport Beach between cyclists and a blue BMW sedan, according to the Newport Beach Police Department. The NBPD traffic division opened an investigation into the incident and began conducting interviews and reviewing relevant video evidence. On 3/26/26, investigators executed a search warrant in the city of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/corona-man-arrested-for-coastal-oc-road-rage-incident-involving-cyclists/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/corona-man-arrested-for-coastal-oc-road-rage-incident-involving-cyclists/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police are trying to identify two men who cashed fraudulent checks]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police need your help to identify two men who are responsible for cashing fraudulent checks. The first check was deposited at US Bank in San Juan Capistrano, while the second check was cashed at US Bank in Compton. The men appear to be Hispanic. One of them was wearing a white long-sleeved shirt with the sleeves rolled up, in a surveillance photo released by the police.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-trying-to-identify-two-men-who-cashed-fraudulent-checks/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 02:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-trying-to-identify-two-men-who-cashed-fraudulent-checks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Sheriff criticizes Supervisor Sarmiento over policies on inmate releases]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes blasted Orange County Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento for advocating for the release of criminals who then go on to commit more crimes. This is from Barnes&rsquo; Facebook page: Both the Los Angeles Times and the Orange County Register recently reported on the county&rsquo;s TRUTH Act hearing, the purpose of which is to report those in my custody who are released to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriff-criticizessupervisor-sarmientoover-policies-on-inmate-releases/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriff-criticizessupervisor-sarmientoover-policies-on-inmate-releases/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. beach shut down when a Great White shark targeted a surfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday at 1:15 p.m., Newport Beach Fire Department Lifeguards confirmed the sighting of an approximately 8-foot great white shark circling a surfer off 35th Street in West Newport. The following precautions were immediately put in effect: Shark sightings are rare along our coastline. When observed, these animals are typically transiting through the area. Out of an abundance of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-beach-shut-down-when-a-great-white-shark-targeted-a-surfer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-beach-shut-down-when-a-great-white-shark-targeted-a-surfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects arrested on drug charges after a traffic stop in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[A day watch police officer was patrolling the area of S. State College and E. Orangethorpe when she conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle, according to the Fullerton Police Department. The stop led to the arrest of a male with an outstanding warrant and ultimately resulted in two adults being taken into custody. Both were booked on multiple misdemeanor and felony drug-related&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-arrested-on-drug-charges-after-a-traffic-stop-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 15:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-arrested-on-drug-charges-after-a-traffic-stop-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man was arrested after attacking an elderly victim with a pool cue, in Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[A victim was seated adjacent to a pool table when a 58-year-old suspect swung a pool cue at him, striking him in the face and causing a laceration, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. The suspect then fled the scene on a bike. This assault was quickly reported to police. While patrolling the area, police officers located a possible suspect on the River Trail at&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-arrested-after-attacking-an-elderly-victim-with-a-pool-cue-in-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 21:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-arrested-after-attacking-an-elderly-victim-with-a-pool-cue-in-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman arrested for using credit cards stolen from lockers at a gym in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[A woman was arrested after breaking into several lockers at a 24 Hour Fitness, according to the Irvine Police Department. The stolen credit cards were used to make purchases at various stores throughout Orange County. Tips came in quickly after the IPD posted about the woman in their Felony Friday social media feature. On Monday, IPD detectives arrested Alexandra Celia Munoz&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-arrested-for-using-credit-cards-stolen-from-lockers-at-a-gym-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-arrested-for-using-credit-cards-stolen-from-lockers-at-a-gym-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. deputies arrested a man and seized 26 grams of meth in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, March 14, one of our deputies was on patrol near Doheny Park Road and Pacific Coast Highway when they made contact with two individuals in the area, according to Dana Point Police Services. During the interaction, the deputy noticed what appeared to be narcotics in plain view. A search was conducted, which led to the discovery of methamphetamine, additional narcotics&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-arrested-a-man-and-seized-26-grams-of-meth-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-arrested-a-man-and-seized-26-grams-of-meth-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A motorcyclist died after rear-ending a vehicle in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 24, 2026, at approximately 6:50 PM, police officers responded to the area of Imperial Highway and the 57 Freeway regarding a traffic collision involving a motorcycle, according to the Brea Police Department. Upon arrival, the officers located a male motorcyclist down in lanes of Imperial Highway. The subject was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-motorcyclist-died-after-rear-ending-a-vehicle-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-motorcyclist-died-after-rear-ending-a-vehicle-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to help change the name of Santa Ana’s César Chávez High School]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana Unified School District has covered public facing signage at C&eacute;sar Ch&aacute;vez High School as it begins the formal process of considering a new name. This action follows the recent emergence of deeply concerning allegations related to C&eacute;sar Ch&aacute;vez. The District is addressing these matters with care, transparency, and respect for the community. The District will seek input&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/how-to-help-change-the-name-of-santa-anas-csar-chvez-high-school/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/how-to-help-change-the-name-of-santa-anas-csar-chvez-high-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested for dragging off an 8-year-old and engaging in lewd conduct]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers have arrested 19-year-old Anthony Gonzalez of Westminster in connection with an incident involving an 8-year-old child that occurred on March 21, 2026, according to the Westminster Police Department. According to the investigation, Gonzalez approached the child while the child was playing outside with a friend in the 13500 block of Edwards Street. The suspect&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-dragging-off-an-8-year-old-and-engaging-in-lewd-conduct/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-dragging-off-an-8-year-old-and-engaging-in-lewd-conduct/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana mother missing after visiting family in Tijuana, Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, March 15, 2026, Yasmin Gonzalez Benitez (21) left her residence in the 900 block of W. Pine Street and told her roommate she was traveling to Tijuana, MX, to visit family and would return later that evening, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. Yasmin left her 4-year-old daughter in the care of her roommate; however, she has not been heard from since.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-mother-missing-after-visiting-family-in-tijuana-mexico/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-mother-missing-after-visiting-family-in-tijuana-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men are wanted for burglarizing an apartment storage room in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers investigated a burglary from an apartment storage room on Sullivan, according to the Irvine Police Department. Several appliances were stolen, and detectives believe two male suspects are responsible. The IPD released surveillance photos of the suspects. One of the male suspects appears to be either African American, the other appears to be African American.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-are-wanted-for-burglarizing-an-apartment-storage-room-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-are-wanted-for-burglarizing-an-apartment-storage-room-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana traffic stop leads to the arrest of armed DUI driver]]></title><description><![CDATA[Traffic officers stopped a car for vehicle code violations and observed objective signs of impairment from the driver, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The officers conducted a DUI investigation, and the driver was subsequently arrested for driving under the influence. After placing the driver under arrest, an inventory search of the vehicle was conducted&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-traffic-stop-leads-to-the-arrest-of-armed-dui-driver/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-traffic-stop-leads-to-the-arrest-of-armed-dui-driver/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. County man gets 36 years in prison for home invasion and human trafficking in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Los Angeles County man was sentenced to a total of 36 years in prison for his involvement in two separate cases related to a home invasion and human trafficking in the City of Fullerton, according to the Fullerton Police Department. Kyle Bradley, 36, of Cerritos, was convicted on November 7, 2025, of two felony counts of robbery, two felony counts of false imprisonment, and one felony count&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-gets-36-years-in-prison-for-home-invasion-and-human-trafficking-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-gets-36-years-in-prison-for-home-invasion-and-human-trafficking-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana smoke shops banned from opening near homes, schools and childcare facilities]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The Santa Ana City Council unanimously approved new rules to limit the operation of smoke shops near homes, schools and other non-commercial areas on Tuesday, March 17, in a move to protect public health, improve neighborhood safety and prevent overconcentration of smoke shops. The zoning ordinance amendment limits the operation of smoke shops to certain commercial&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-smoke-shops-banned-from-opening-near-homes-schools-and-childcare-facilities/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 19:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-smoke-shops-banned-from-opening-near-homes-schools-and-childcare-facilities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Marvel drops a free limited Daredevil Comic at Anaheim’s Blaze Pizza on March 24]]></title><description><![CDATA[To mark the return of Marvel Television&rsquo;s Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 on Disney+ (March 24), Marvel and Blaze Pizza are bringing an Evansville-exclusive moment to local fans: a brand-new, officially produced Daredevil comic book, available for free on March 24 at Blaze Pizza in Anaheim, while supplies last. They have 25 copies allocated for that location, at Anaheim, CA &ndash; 1800 S. Harbor Blvd.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/marvel-drops-a-free-limited-daredevil-comic-at-anaheims-blaze-pizza-on-march-24/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 18:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/marvel-drops-a-free-limited-daredevil-comic-at-anaheims-blaze-pizza-on-march-24/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAUSD responds to public demands to rename César Chávez High School]]></title><description><![CDATA[The SAUSD has issued a statement to the community from Board of Education President Katelyn Brazer Aceves regarding their high school that is named after the now canceled labor leader C&eacute;sar Ch&aacute;vez. Click here to see the high school&rsquo;s website. Here is the statement: Santa Ana Unified School District is aware of recent reports regarding serious allegations involving C&eacute;sar Ch&aacute;vez.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sausd-responds-to-public-demands-to-rename-csar-chvez-high-school/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 01:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sausd-responds-to-public-demands-to-rename-csar-chvez-high-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lawsuit accuses Orange County judge of hiding behind a misleading name on the ballot]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif., March 20, 2026 &mdash; A candidate for Orange County Superior Court has filed a lawsuit against the Orange County Registrar of Voters alleging that a sitting judge seeking reelection is attempting to appear on the June 2, 2026 primary ballot under a previously unused name form that is not the one voters know, and is using a candidate statement that is false or misleading.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/lawsuit-accuses-orange-county-judge-of-hiding-behind-a-misleading-name-on-the-ballot/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/lawsuit-accuses-orange-county-judge-of-hiding-behind-a-misleading-name-on-the-ballot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana police seek trio who robbed buyer over disputed car debt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last month, a victim was waiting outside 2800 N. Main St. when the suspect, along with two friends, spotted him, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD). All three of the suspects confronted the victim over an unpaid balance related to a vehicle sale, and Suspect #1 then pushed him into a bush, while suspects #2 and #3 robbed the victim of his jewelry and approximately $1,200&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-police-seek-trio-who-robbed-buyer-over-disputed-car-debt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-police-seek-trio-who-robbed-buyer-over-disputed-car-debt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stolen $3,800 jacket recovered after O.C. theft suspect falls 30 feet into a flood channel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, police officers attempted to detain an individual suspected of stealing a $3,800 jacket from a high-end store at the 3300 block of Bristol St., according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. The 42-year-old suspect from out of state immediately fled from officers, who pursued him on foot, headed east across Bristol St. The suspect climbed over a fence into the flood&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/stolen-3800-jacket-recovered-afteroc-theft-suspect-falls-30-feet-into-a-flood-channel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/stolen-3800-jacket-recovered-afteroc-theft-suspect-falls-30-feet-into-a-flood-channel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Juvenile busted in Irvine for doing street donuts in parents’ BMW]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, a police officer was patrolling the area of Jeffrey Rd. and Portola Pkwy. when they watched a BMW performing several donuts in the roadway. The juvenile driver was detained and released to their parent after receiving a citation for reckless driving. The BMW was impounded for 30 days. Fresh donuts are great. Street donuts are not. In California&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/juvenile-busted-in-irvine-for-doing-street-donuts-in-parents-bmw/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/juvenile-busted-in-irvine-for-doing-street-donuts-in-parents-bmw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ghost gun and narcotics seized from a driver going over 100 mph in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, a CHP officer conducted an enforcement stop on a vehicle observed at speeds over 100 miles per hour, according to the Santa Ana Area CHP. During the encounter, the officer located and secured a loaded firearm &ldquo;ghost gun&rdquo;, and illegal substances, ensuring they never reached our communities through suspected illegal distribution. The driver was taken into custody without&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ghost-gun-and-narcotics-seized-from-a-driver-going-over-100-mph-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ghost-gun-and-narcotics-seized-from-a-driver-going-over-100-mph-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Riverside County man arrested for burglary in a pricey Irvine neighborhood]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers investigated an attempted residential burglary at a home on Morning Breeze, according to the Irvine Police Department. Homes in the Morning Breeze neighborhood of Irvine, CA (92603), generally range in value from approximately $1.5 million to over $2 million, with many properties estimated between $1.7 million and $1.9 million as of early 2026. These are typically 2&ndash;3 bedroom&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-county-man-arrested-for-burglary-in-a-pricey-irvine-neighborhood/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-county-man-arrested-for-burglary-in-a-pricey-irvine-neighborhood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCDA clears north O.C. police detective in 2024 non-fatal shooting incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &mdash; The Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office (OCDA) has officially closed its inquiry into the February 7, 2024, officer-involved shooting of 25-year-old Gustavo Adolfo Bahena, concluding that La Habra Police Department Detective Anthony Luster acted in reasonable self-defense (pp. 1, 15). The Incident: A Morning Search Warrant The shooting occurred during the execution&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocda-clears-north-oc-police-detective-in-2024-non-fatal-shooting-incident/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocda-clears-north-oc-police-detective-in-2024-non-fatal-shooting-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[True fans must boycott the Angels baseball team this year]]></title><description><![CDATA[For decades, &ldquo;Los Angeles&rdquo; Angels fans have been some of the most patient in sports. We&rsquo;ve endured a decade-long playoff drought, the wasting of two generational icons in Mike Trout and Shohei Ohtani, and a farm system that has been a league-wide punchline. But recent comments from owner Arte Moreno have finally stripped away the illusion that the front office shares our pain.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/true-fans-must-boycott-the-angels-baseball-team-this-year/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 20:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/true-fans-must-boycott-the-angels-baseball-team-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robbers arrested after injuring a pedestrian with their vehicle in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last evening, four individuals in a vehicle lured a pedestrian toward them and robbed the victim before fleeing the area, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. As the suspects fled, the victim was struck by their vehicle, causing minor injuries. Through follow-up investigation, officers located all four suspects at a nearby residence and took them into custody.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/robbers-arrested-after-injuring-a-pedestrian-with-their-vehicle-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 07:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/robbers-arrested-after-injuring-a-pedestrian-with-their-vehicle-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana shouldn’t give raises to executives as the city slides into bankruptcy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana is staring down a $30 million barrel. In just three years, the Measure X sales tax will begin to sunset, stripping 22% of our general fund revenue. Our city council&rsquo;s response? Proposing annual salary range boosts for top executives tied to the Consumer Price Index (CPI), expanding sick-leave cash-outs, and granting the city manager the power to hand out six-month severance packages.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-shouldnt-give-raises-to-executives-as-the-city-slides-into-bankruptcy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 23:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-shouldnt-give-raises-to-executives-as-the-city-slides-into-bankruptcy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested for anti-Semitic tagging in Westminster]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 13, 2026, at approximately 11:00 p.m., police officers responded to Magnolia Street, south of Bolsa Avenue, following a report of a male suspect spray-painting city walls and property, according to the Westminster Police Department. Initially, officers searched the area but were unable to locate the suspect. Shortly after, one officer returned and observed a male&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-anti-semitic-tagging-in-westminster/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 21:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-anti-semitic-tagging-in-westminster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman arrested for buying gift cards in Irvine with someone else’s Apple Pay account]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Thursday, Spectrum police officers investigated fraudulent purchases at Lululemon, Sephora, and a neighboring Target, according to the Irvine Police Department. The suspect bought about $2,400 worth of gift cards using someone else&rsquo;s Apple Pay information. Yesterday, the Spectrum officers found the suspect in the city of Mission Viejo and arrested her. Yan Yu, 37&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-arrested-for-buying-gift-cards-in-irvine-with-someone-elses-apple-pay-account/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 21:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-arrested-for-buying-gift-cards-in-irvine-with-someone-elses-apple-pay-account/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[It is time to cancel Cesar Chavez in Santa Ana too]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 18, 2026, labor icon Dolores Huerta publicly stated that Cesar Chavez sexually assaulted her twice during the 1960s. This revelation is part of a broader New York Times investigation detailing his pattern of grooming and sexual abuse of young women and minors within the movement. The family of C&eacute;sar Ch&aacute;vez released a statement today expressing that they are &ldquo;shocked and saddened&rdquo; by&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/it-is-time-to-cancel-cesar-chavez-in-santa-ana-too/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/it-is-time-to-cancel-cesar-chavez-in-santa-ana-too/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long Beach man who sexually assaulted a woman in coastal O.C. gets 15 years to life in prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect who kidnapped and sexually assaulted a female victim in Huntington Beach back in 2021 has finally been sentenced. On June 6, 2021, just after midnight, an adult female victim was in the downtown area when two adult male strangers forcibly kidnapped and then sexually assaulted her. After continued fighting, the victim was released in the area of Pacific Coast Highway and Warner Ave.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/long-beach-man-who-sexually-assaulted-a-woman-in-coastal-oc-gets-15-years-to-life-in-prison/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/long-beach-man-who-sexually-assaulted-a-woman-in-coastal-oc-gets-15-years-to-life-in-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Santa Ana traffic stop led to an arrest and seizure of Fentanyl and $83K in cash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quality of Life (QOLT) officers stopped a vehicle in the area of Stanford St. and Grand Ave. and arrested a man for narcotics sales on March 12, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. But the investigation didn&rsquo;t stop there. The officers authored a search warrant for a residence connected to the traffic stop. That is to say they likely looked up the address the vehicle was&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-traffic-stop-led-to-an-arrest-and-seizure-of-fentanyl-and-83k-in-cash/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-traffic-stop-led-to-an-arrest-and-seizure-of-fentanyl-and-83k-in-cash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A vehicle check in north O.C. led to the arrest of two suspects on gun and drug charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, Special Investigations Unit Detectives conducted an occupied vehicle check that led to the arrest of two individuals, according to the La Habra Police Department. The police officers also recovered a loaded firearm along with various drug paraphernalia. The items seized included: Proactive patrol continue to play a key role in addressing criminal activity and keeping&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-vehicle-check-in-north-oc-led-to-the-arrest-of-two-suspects-on-gun-and-drug-charges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-vehicle-check-in-north-oc-led-to-the-arrest-of-two-suspects-on-gun-and-drug-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police arrested four transients who were camping illegally]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, the Community Policing Unit addressed an encampment in the easement of the Bristol off-ramp of the 405, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. Four arrests were made for a variety of charges including camping and drug paraphernalia. When the officers contact individuals experiencing homelessness, the resources offered are either accepted or refused. First and foremost&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-four-transients-who-were-camping-illegally/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-four-transients-who-were-camping-illegally/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sex offender gets less than 7 years for O.C. wrestling meet thefts]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fred Joe Ruiz, 55, a convicted sex offender, was sentenced to six years and eight months in prison for stealing from victims at high school wrestling meets in Anaheim and Yorba Linda, after he plead guilty. Ruiz pleaded guilty on Wednesday, March 11, to felony charges of two counts of burglary and one count each of grand theft and theft of property. He also admitted to misdemeanor charges of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sex-offender-gets-less-than-7-years-for-oc-wrestling-meet-thefts/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sex-offender-gets-less-than-7-years-for-oc-wrestling-meet-thefts/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. County couple arrested for stealing packages in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, an eagle-eyed mail carrier noticed a suspicious duo trying to make a &ldquo;special delivery&rdquo; to themselves by stealing packages from The Park at Irvine Spectrum Apartments, according to the Irvine Police Department. When the couple realized their shopping spree was over, they decided to detour through the lush landscaping of the apartment community, causing significant damage.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-couple-arrested-for-stealing-packages-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 17:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-couple-arrested-for-stealing-packages-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man having a medical emergency died after crashing into a structure in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 49-year-old man died after crashing into a structure on 17th Street, possibly due to a medical emergency. On March 14, 2026, at approximately 6:59 p.m., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple reports of a traffic collision involving a single vehicle that struck a structure at 4320 W. 17th Street. Polic officers, along with Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA)&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-having-a-medical-emergency-died-after-crashing-into-a-structure-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-having-a-medical-emergency-died-after-crashing-into-a-structure-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The OCDA partners with Assemblywoman Nguyen to prevent aging child molesters from being paroled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sacramento, CA &mdash; Assemblymember Stephanie Nguyen has introduced AB 2727, co-sponsored by the Sacramento County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office and the Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office, to reform California&rsquo;s elderly parole program following recent cases that have raised concerns about how the law applies to individuals convicted of violent sexual offenses against children.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-ocda-partners-with-assemblywoman-nguyen-to-prevent-aging-child-molesters-from-being-paroled/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 23:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-ocda-partners-with-assemblywoman-nguyen-to-prevent-aging-child-molesters-from-being-paroled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Convicted murderer on the run from OC Probation arrested at an Anaheim motel]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 12th, 2026 at around 11 p.m., Jose Angel Aguilar was located and is in custody, according to Orange County Probation. Aguilar was wearing a GPS device and on a court ordered furlough, when he cut off his GPS device and absconded while attending classes at Santiago Canyon College. The investigation into his disappearance was led by OC Probation in coordination with the District&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/convicted-murderer-on-the-run-from-oc-probation-arrested-at-an-anaheim-motel/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/convicted-murderer-on-the-run-from-oc-probation-arrested-at-an-anaheim-motel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jailed OC Supervisor Andrew Do must return $8.8M from COVID fraud scheme]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The United States Department of Justice has determined the County of Orange is the only victim in the conspiracy orchestrated by former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do to steal millions in COVID-related funds in exchange for $550,000 in bribes, and the County is entitled to more than $8.8 million in total restitution as a result of the actions of the disgraced county&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/jailed-oc-supervisor-andrew-do-must-return-88m-from-covid-fraud-scheme/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/jailed-oc-supervisor-andrew-do-must-return-88m-from-covid-fraud-scheme/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man who engages in lewd conduct with teen girls wanted by the Garden Grove Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the past few months, the Garden Grove Police Department has received reports of a male engaging in lewd conduct in front of teenage girls. This is generally occurring just before or after school hours when juveniles are walking to/or from school. We are seeking any additional victims that may have encountered similar crimes. If you believe you were a victim in this case&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-who-engages-in-lewd-conduct-with-teen-girls-wanted-by-the-garden-grove-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 22:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-who-engages-in-lewd-conduct-with-teen-girls-wanted-by-the-garden-grove-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An unhoused man was fatally struck by a vehicle in Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[COSTA MESA, Calif. (March 12, 2026) &mdash; On March 11, 2026, at approximately 8:27 p.m., police officers were dispatched to the intersection of Newport Blvd. and East 17th Street regarding a vehicle versus pedestrian traffic collision, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. Upon arrival, the officers located the pedestrian unresponsive and not breathing.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-unhoused-man-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 23:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-unhoused-man-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manhunt underway for O.C. murderer who cut GPS monitor and fled college campus]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 10th, 2026, Jose Angel Aguilar, a youth wearing a GPS device and on a court ordered furlough, cut off his GPS device and absconded while attending classes at Santiago Canyon College. On February 2nd, 2026, the juvenile court granted weekly, academic furloughs for the youth to attend college classes. However, due to recent, potential violations, OC Probation requested the furloughs be&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/manhunt-underway-for-oc-murderer-who-cut-gps-monitor-and-fled-college-campus/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 00:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/manhunt-underway-for-oc-murderer-who-cut-gps-monitor-and-fled-college-campus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rideshare driver arrested for assaulting a passenger in Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[COSTA MESA, Calif. (March 11, 2026) &ndash; The Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) is seeking to identify potential additional victims of a man arrested for s*xually assaulting a rideshare passenger. On Feb. 27, 2026, officers responded to a local hospital in reference to a s*xual assault that occurred in the 2100 block of Newport Boulevard. The suspect posed as a rideshare driver and told&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/rideshare-driver-arrested-for-assaulting-a-passenger-in-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 22:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/rideshare-driver-arrested-for-assaulting-a-passenger-in-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD released body cam footage of the fatal shooting of Victor Lopez]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police Department has released video footage on Tuesday of one of their police officers as he was fatally shooting 18-year-old Victor Lopez at a parking structure on Jan. 28. The incident took place just after 10:29 p.m., when police attempted to pull Lopez over for speeding near the intersection of Santa Ana Boulevard and French Street. Unwisely Lopez refused to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-released-body-cam-footage-of-the-fatal-shooting-of-victor-lopez/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-released-body-cam-footage-of-the-fatal-shooting-of-victor-lopez/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Yorker arrested by the Irvine Police for stealing iPhones from Apple stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, Spectrum police officers were called to the Apple Store after loss prevention detained a man who walked out with two display iPhones, according to the Irvine Police Department. During the investigation, the police officers searched the suspect&rsquo;s backpack and found seven additional iPhones that had been taken from Apple Stores across Southern California. Serigne Fallou Niang&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-yorker-arrested-by-the-irvine-police-for-stealing-iphones-from-apple-stores/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-yorker-arrested-by-the-irvine-police-for-stealing-iphones-from-apple-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New petition demands that Gov. Newsom replace Parole Board that released violent sex offenders]]></title><description><![CDATA[SACRAMENTO &mdash; California Republican leaders and a victims&rsquo; advocate demanded Tuesday that Gov. Gavin Newsom replace the Commissioners of the California Board of Parole Hearings, all of which were appointed by Newsom, who voted to grant parole to two convicted sex offenders, including a home invasion rapist and a serial child predator. The California Republican Party (@CAGOP) launched a&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-petition-demands-that-gov-newsom-replace-parole-board-that-released-violent-sex-offenders/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-petition-demands-that-gov-newsom-replace-parole-board-that-released-violent-sex-offenders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three drug dealers arrested by Costa Mesa and Anaheim police; $100K and Ketamine seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, Special Investigation Unit detectives, working in conjunction with detectives from the Anaheim Police Department and agents from HSI Orange County Public Safety Group (OCPSG), were conducting a narcotic investigation in the area of Harbor Boulevard and Wilson Street, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. During the investigation, a suspect intentionally struck a&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-drug-dealers-arrested-by-costa-mesa-and-anaheim-police-100k-and-ketamine-seized/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 17:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-drug-dealers-arrested-by-costa-mesa-and-anaheim-police-100k-and-ketamine-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man asleep in a van arrested on felony drug and gun charges in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County Sheriff deputies responded to a report of a van swerving on PCH last week, according to Dana Point Police Services. They located the van parked outside a restaurant with the lights on and stopped along a red curb. At first it appeared empty&hellip; until deputies spotted the driver asleep in the back. When contacted, the driver showed signs of intoxication and advised there&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-asleep-in-a-van-arrested-on-felony-drug-and-gun-charges-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-asleep-in-a-van-arrested-on-felony-drug-and-gun-charges-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man wanted for lewd conduct at a Santa Ana Dress for Less store arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect who was wanted for multiple incidents of lewd conduct at Santa Ana Ross Dress for Less Store. The suspect was identified as Gabriel Marquez (21) of Santa Ana. On December 28, 2025, Marquez entered Ross Dress for Less located at 3321 S. Bristol Street and approached two separate female victims, according to the Santa Ana&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-wanted-for-lewd-conduct-at-a-santa-ana-dress-for-less-store-arrested/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-wanted-for-lewd-conduct-at-a-santa-ana-dress-for-less-store-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Sheriff’s deputy charged with fatal shooting of her fiancée at their Tustin apartment]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; An Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s deputy has been charged with voluntary manslaughter for shooting and killing her fianc&eacute;e in their Tustin apartment last summer after the victim returned from an early morning daily walk with her dog. The two women both worked at the Orange County Jail. Aimee Alexis Hidalgo, 28, of Tustin, turned herself into Tustin police on Monday after she was&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriffs-deputy-charged-with-fatal-shooting-of-her-fiance-at-their-tustin-apartment/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 16:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriffs-deputy-charged-with-fatal-shooting-of-her-fiance-at-their-tustin-apartment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim gangbanger sentenced in murder case but is already due to be released]]></title><description><![CDATA[Danny Rey Quintana, 29, a convicted gang member, was sentenced last Friday to 11 years in prison, or time already served awaiting trial, for his involvement in the gang-related shooting of Rodolfo Alfredo Miranda, a 20-year-old man near the entrance of an Anaheim hotel 5 1/2 years ago. Quintana pleaded guilty on Jan. 22 to participating in gang activity and assault with a deadly weapon&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-gangbanger-sentenced-in-murder-case-but-is-already-due-to-be-released/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-gangbanger-sentenced-in-murder-case-but-is-already-due-to-be-released/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. County man arrested for doing burnouts and donuts at an Irvine parking lot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, police officers responded to the area of Alton and Jeffrey for a reckless driver doing burnouts and donuts in a parking lot, according to the Irvine Police Department. When the officers arrived, they saw a Mercedes losing control around a group of people. A 22-year-old man from Van Nuys was arrested for reckless driving and had his car impounded for 30 days.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-arrested-for-doing-burnouts-and-donuts-at-an-irvine-parking-lot/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-arrested-for-doing-burnouts-and-donuts-at-an-irvine-parking-lot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A hit and run driver killed a pedestrian in north O.C. early this morning]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 9, 2026, at 01:53 a.m., Buena Park police officers were dispatched to the intersection of Beach Boulevard and Artesia Boulevard following a report of a vehicle versus pedestrian hit and run collision. The pedestrian involved in the incident was transported to UCI Medical Center for medical treatment. The individual was pronounced deceased shortly after arriving at the hospital.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-hit-and-run-driver-killed-a-pedestrian-in-north-oc-early-this-morning/</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 21:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-hit-and-run-driver-killed-a-pedestrian-in-north-oc-early-this-morning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire takes out a building at a Santa Ana aluminum products aerospace company]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, firefighters responded to a 2-alarm blaze in Santa Ana where flames were blowing through the roof of a metal building used by a business manufacturing aerospace products from aluminum, according to the Orange County Fire Authority. Orange County Fire Authority crews launched a coordinated fire attack and brought the fire under control swiftly, preventing it from spreading to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fire-takes-out-a-building-at-a-santa-ana-aluminum-products-aerospace-company/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 18:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fire-takes-out-a-building-at-a-santa-ana-aluminum-products-aerospace-company/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A wanted suspect was arrested again in Anaheim on drug charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[In March, a police officer working at Anaheim&rsquo;s Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) was monitoring cameras along Beach Blvd when they observed what appeared to be a hand-to-hand drug transaction, according to the Anaheim Police Department. At the time, no police officers were immediately available to respond. However, the RTCC officer was able to identify the driver involved as an Anaheim resident&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-wanted-suspect-was-arrested-again-in-anaheim-on-drug-charges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 09:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-wanted-suspect-was-arrested-again-in-anaheim-on-drug-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three O.C. burglars in a stolen vehicle were arrested and now face meth charges too]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, just before noon, Orange County Sheriff FLOCK cameras alerted deputies to a stolen vehicle connected to a burglary in the city of Irvine according to San Clemente Police Services. Deputies quickly responded and, with assistance from the OCSD helicopter Duke, they located the vehicle at a storage facility on Calle Amanecer. Deputies detained three subjects and interrupted&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-oc-burglars-in-a-stolen-vehicle-were-arrested-and-now-face-meth-charges-too/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Mar 2026 08:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-oc-burglars-in-a-stolen-vehicle-were-arrested-and-now-face-meth-charges-too/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim laundromat burglars arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[On February 20, 2026, at about 3:30 a.m., Anaheim officers responded to a commercial burglary in progress at a laundromat in west Anaheim. The owner, watching his security cameras from home, called the police and provided a detailed description of the suspects. By the time officers arrived, the suspects had already left the scene. But at 3:30 in the morning&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-laundromat-burglars-arrested/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-laundromat-burglars-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two women stole $5K worth of booze from an Irvine Albertsons]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department is asking for your help to identify two female suspects. Recently, they stole over $5,000 worth of liquor from an Albertsons store. The suspects both appear to be African American women. Both had black tops on. One was wearing gray sweatpants and the other appeared to be in blue jeans. The IPD released two photos of the suspects. f you recognize them&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-women-stole-5k-worth-of-booze-from-an-irvine-albertsons/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 02:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-women-stole-5k-worth-of-booze-from-an-irvine-albertsons/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim man arrested after trying to kidnap and assault a mother and her daughter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, a serious incident on Lincoln Avenue ended with a quick arrest thanks to the fast actions of the victims and the swift, coordinated response of police officers, investigators, and the Anaheim Police Real Time Crime Center. Around noon, a mother and her 15-year-old daughter were walking near Lincoln Ave and N. East St when a man jumped out from nearby bushes and tried to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-after-trying-to-kidnap-and-assault-a-mother-and-her-daughter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 01:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-after-trying-to-kidnap-and-assault-a-mother-and-her-daughter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. DJ arrested for allegedly assaulting an unconscious teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A local DJ who performs at children&rsquo;s parties has been charged with raping a 17-year-old girl while she was unconscious and possession of hundreds of images of child pornography. Authorities are asking for anyone with information about additional potential victims to contact the Los Alamitos Police Department. Glenn Canyon Childers, 32, of Los Alamitos&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-dj-arrested-for-allegedly-assaulting-an-unconscious-teen/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-dj-arrested-for-allegedly-assaulting-an-unconscious-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A police drone helped to nab a shoplifter in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, police officers responded to a call from a local business reporting a shoplifting that had just occurred, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. THhe HBPD&rsquo;s Drone as First Responder (DFR) was first on scene and quickly located the suspect hiding in a nearby neighborhood. The drone operator guided responding officers directly to the suspect, who was taken into&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-police-drone-helped-to-nab-a-shoplifter-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-police-drone-helped-to-nab-a-shoplifter-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four gangbangers were arrested after a shooting at a baby shower in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, CA &ndash; What was supposed to be a celebratory Saturday evening turned into a scene of chaos and gunfire when four alleged gang members opened fire on a baby shower, injuring four people. On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, the Anaheim Police Department announced that all four suspects&mdash;one adult and three juveniles&mdash;are now in custody. The Incident Around 7:15 p.m. on February 28&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-gangbangers-were-arrested-after-a-shooting-at-a-baby-shower-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-gangbangers-were-arrested-after-a-shooting-at-a-baby-shower-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Santa Ana teen was fatally shot in Garden Grove]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, 3/3/2026 at approximately 7:56 p.m., police officers were sent to the 12500 block of Sandalwood Lane in regards to a shooting that just occurred, according to the Garden Grove Police Department. Upon the officer&rsquo;s arrival, they located one male victim with a gunshot wound to the upper torso. The victim, Eduardo Achotla, 16, of Santa Ana was taken to a hospital&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-teen-was-fatally-shot-in-garden-grove/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-teen-was-fatally-shot-in-garden-grove/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD will conduct a CDL and DUI Checkpoint on March 6]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, March 6, 2026, the Santa Ana Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint. It will begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the City of Santa Ana. DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving related crashes. The primary purpose of a DUI checkpoint is&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-march-6/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-march-6/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DUI Checkpoint set for March 20 in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Buena Park Police Department has announced it will conduct a DUI checkpoint on March 20, 2026, from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.. While the specific location remains undisclosed, the department noted that locations are chosen based on data from previous impaired-driving crashes. This enforcement effort, funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, aims to improve road safety by&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-checkpoint-set-for-march-20-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-checkpoint-set-for-march-20-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Garden Grove man arrested for trying to break into apartments in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, police officers were called to investigate a man trying door handles of several apartments on Ricardo DonanSan Remo, according to the Irvine Police Department. Officers were able to find him in the complex and arrested him. Ricardo Donan, 26, of Garden Grove, was booked at the Orange County Jail on charges of attempted burglary and resisting arrest.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/garden-grove-man-arrested-for-trying-to-break-into-apartments-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/garden-grove-man-arrested-for-trying-to-break-into-apartments-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three O.C. commercial burglary suspects arrested after two police pursuits]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three arrests made yesterday for commercial burglary. At approximately 6:22 a.m. on Sunday, police officers responded to a burglary in progress call at a warehouse located in the 600 block of Paularino Avenue, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. One suspect at the scene was taken into custody. Officers observed two vehicles fleeing the scene. One vehicle went up the wrong&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-oc-commercial-burglary-suspects-arrested-after-two-police-pursuits/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-oc-commercial-burglary-suspects-arrested-after-two-police-pursuits/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police arrested three suspects and recovered two stolen vehicles in Westminster]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 2/26/2026, at 7:55 a.m., police officers were contacted by Orange County Auto Theft Task Force (OCATT) detectives who were following a stolen vehicle linked to multiple crimes into Westminster, according to the Westminster Police Department. WPD Officers located the vehicle at Beach Boulevard and Hazard Avenue and conducted a felony stop resulting in the recovery of the vehicle and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-arrested-three-suspects-and-recovered-two-stolen-vehicles-in-westminster/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-arrested-three-suspects-and-recovered-two-stolen-vehicles-in-westminster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vehicle Safety Recalls Week starts today; CHP advises to check if your vehicle is dangerous]]></title><description><![CDATA[March 2 through March 8, 2026, marks Vehicle Safety Recalls Week, a critical initiative led by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to urge drivers to check for open safety recalls. The CHP is asking drivers to check of their vehicles are part of various recalls. Visit NHTSA.gov/recalls and schedule a free repair if your vehicle is affected Despite the ease of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/vehicle-safety-recalls-week-starts-today-chp-advises-to-check-if-your-vehicle-is-dangerous/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/vehicle-safety-recalls-week-starts-today-chp-advises-to-check-if-your-vehicle-is-dangerous/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former O.C. insurance broker arrested on grand theft and embezzlement charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE, Calif., &ndash; Insurance broker, Andre De Gazon, 56, of Bellflower, was arraigned today at the Orange County Superior Court on multiple felony counts of grand theft and embezzlement after allegedly using his status as a licensed insurance agent to pocket more than $100,000 of unremitted insurance policy premiums from victims. An investigation by the Department of Insurance was launched&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-oc-insurance-broker-arrested-on-grand-theft-and-embezzlement-charges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-oc-insurance-broker-arrested-on-grand-theft-and-embezzlement-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Anaheim woman arrested on drug charges died at an Orange County jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, an inmate housed at the James A. Musick Facility in Irvine died. A 54-year-old female inmate was booked by the Anaheim Police Department on Feb. 26, 2026, for H&amp;S 11377-Possession of a Controlled Substance and H&amp;S 11364 Possession of Unlawful Paraphernalia. On Feb. 27, while housed at the James A. Musick Facility, the inmate was found unresponsive.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-anaheim-woman-arrested-on-drug-charges-died-at-an-orange-county-jail/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-anaheim-woman-arrested-on-drug-charges-died-at-an-orange-county-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested 7 transients on probation and drug charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Community safety is a top-of-mind issue for residents across Orange County, and the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD) is taking a proactive stance. In a recent operation, the Santa Ana Police Department&rsquo;s AB-109 Task Force, in collaboration with the Orange County Probation Department, conducted 16 compliance checks across the city in a single night. This targeted effort focused on&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-7-transients-on-probation-and-drug-charges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 08:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-7-transients-on-probation-and-drug-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A pedestrian was fatally struck by a DUI driver in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On February 28, 2026, at approximately 2:02 a.m., the Newport Beach Police Department Dispatch Center received a call regarding a traffic collision involving a white Chevrolet Corvette and a pedestrian in the area of Newport Boulevard and 24th Street. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male pedestrian who was pronounced deceased at the scene. The identity of the decedent will be&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-a-dui-driver-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-a-dui-driver-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The new leader of Mexico’s most violent cartel was born and raised in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[The landscape of Mexico&rsquo;s drug wars has shifted violently this week following the death of Nemesio &ldquo;El Mencho&rdquo; Oseguera Cervantes, the long-elusive leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). As the smoke clears from a high-stakes military operation in Jalisco, all eyes have turned to his rumored successor: Juan Carlos Valencia Gonz&aacute;lez, a 41-year-old dual citizen born and raised in Santa&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-new-leader-of-mexicos-most-violent-cartel-was-born-and-raised-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-new-leader-of-mexicos-most-violent-cartel-was-born-and-raised-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine’s Altair community under Federal watch after teen’s “science lab” sparks FBI response]]></title><description><![CDATA[Residents of Irvine&rsquo;s exclusive Altair community are still reeling after a multi-day federal investigation into a &ldquo;homemade science lab&rdquo; brought hazmat suits and FBI agents to their quiet, multimillion-dollar neighborhood. What began as a routine check on a rental property has turned into a high-stakes investigation involving potential chemical hazards. The Incident: From &ldquo;Suspicious Activity&rdquo;&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvines-altair-community-under-federal-watch-after-teens-science-lab-sparks-fbi-response/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvines-altair-community-under-federal-watch-after-teens-science-lab-sparks-fbi-response/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No charges for officer in fatal shooting of Alejandro Campos Rios in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office (OCDA) has determined that Fullerton Police Corporal Nicholas Jarvis bears no criminal culpability in the fatal officer-involved shooting of Alejandro Campos Rios on March 6, 2024 (pp. 1, 18). The OCDA found substantial evidence that the officer&rsquo;s actions were reasonable and justified under the circumstances (pp. 17-18).<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/no-charges-for-officer-in-fatal-shooting-of-alejandro-campos-rios-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/no-charges-for-officer-in-fatal-shooting-of-alejandro-campos-rios-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Couple arrested for shoplifting and assaulting a store employee at the MainPlace Mall]]></title><description><![CDATA[A couple who were featured on the Santa Ana Police Department&rsquo;s February 4th Wanted Wednesday for theft at a local department store and assaulting a Loss Prevention Officer have been arrested. Thanks to the SAPD&rsquo;s AB-109 Task Force and the OCDA&rsquo;s Investigators, Abel Andrade (32) of Tustin and his girlfriend, Rosy Flores (25) of San Bernardino, were arrested and booked at the Santa Ana&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/couple-arrested-for-shoplifting-and-assaulting-a-store-employee-at-the-mainplace-mall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/couple-arrested-for-shoplifting-and-assaulting-a-store-employee-at-the-mainplace-mall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana police searching for TJ Maxx serial shoplifter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are attempting to locate Yamilex Quinones (26), who is wanted for retail theft, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. Over the weekend, Quinones entered the TJ Maxx located at 3900 S. Bristol Street, selected multiple clothing items and other merchandise, and exited the store without paying. She is a known shoplifter at this location and has an active warrant for her&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-police-searching-for-tj-maxx-serial-shoplifter/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-police-searching-for-tj-maxx-serial-shoplifter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[$125M in scholarships available to O.C. students ahead of March 2 deadline]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange, CA &ndash; As the March 2 priority financial aid deadline approaches, Orange County high school seniors completing the FAFSA or California Dream Act Application (CADAA) are encouraged to check whether they have a CalKIDS Scholarship that can help pay for college or career training. In Orange County, more than $125 million in CalKIDS Scholarship funds are available to support students&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/125m-in-scholarships-available-to-oc-students-ahead-of-march-2-deadline/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/125m-in-scholarships-available-to-oc-students-ahead-of-march-2-deadline/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Special O.C. Passport Day set for March 28 at the Old O.C. Courthouse in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen invites families and individuals to get a head start on travel plans at the 10th Special Passport Day on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Old Orange County Courthouse (211 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana, CA 92701), where residents can apply for a new U.S. passport and have passport photos taken onsite in one convenient stop.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/special-oc-passport-day-set-for-march-28-at-the-old-oc-courthouse-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/special-oc-passport-day-set-for-march-28-at-the-old-oc-courthouse-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. driver arrested after a pursuit now facing drug and felony evasion charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend, patrol officers attempted to stop a vehicle in the area of 1300 E. Dyer Road when the driver failed to yield, and a pursuit ensued, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The vehicle eventually stopped on the freeway in the City of Los Alamitos after a successful spike strip deployment by our partners at the CHP, Southern Division. The driver refused to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-driver-arrested-after-a-pursuit-now-facing-drug-and-felony-evasion-charges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-driver-arrested-after-a-pursuit-now-facing-drug-and-felony-evasion-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alarm leads to arrest of 3 O.C. burglary suspects, 2 on parole]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 2/20/26, at 6:30 a.m., policeofficers were dispatched to a burglary alarm at a business in the area of Newland Street and Westminster Boulevard, according to the Westminster Police Department. When the police officers arrived on scene they located three masked subjects attempting to enter a business. The subjects attempted to flee in the vehicle and on foot&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/alarm-leads-to-arrest-of-3-oc-burglary-suspects-2-on-parole/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/alarm-leads-to-arrest-of-3-oc-burglary-suspects-2-on-parole/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. woman arrested for using a credit card stolen from an O.C. senior at an Apple store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last month, an elderly victim reported her wallet was stolen while shopping at Trader Joe&rsquo;s on Campus Drive, according to the Irvine Police Department. The stolen credit card was used to purchase items at a nearby Apple store. Spectrum police officers checked surveillance cameras and saw a woman use the stolen credit card to pay. On Monday, the IPD&rsquo;s Crime Impact Unit&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-woman-arrested-for-using-a-credit-card-stolen-from-an-oc-senior-at-an-apple-store/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-woman-arrested-for-using-a-credit-card-stolen-from-an-oc-senior-at-an-apple-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sign up now for the 2026 City of Santa Ana 5 and 10K races]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whether you&rsquo;re racing, cheering, or enjoying the festivities, the Santa Ana Fun Run is returning with an exciting Superheroes theme! Each participant will have the chance to feel like a superhero as they race toward the finish line and celebrate health, wellness, and community fun. Participants can look forward to a 10k, 5k, and kids dash. Space is limited, and pre-registration is&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sign-up-now-for-the-2026-city-of-santa-ana-5-and-10k-races/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 02:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sign-up-now-for-the-2026-city-of-santa-ana-5-and-10k-races/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unlicensed O.C. teen driver arrested after police found a ghost gun in his car]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, graveyard patrol officers conducted a proactive traffic stop and learned the 18-year-old driver was unlicensed, according to the Orange Police Department. During a search, the police officers located an unserialized &ldquo;Ghost Gun&rdquo; with a threaded barrel and a loaded magazine in the vehicle. The suspect was subsequently booked at the Orange County Jail for weapons charges.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/unlicensed-oc-teen-driver-arrested-after-police-found-a-ghost-gun-in-his-car/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 23:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/unlicensed-oc-teen-driver-arrested-after-police-found-a-ghost-gun-in-his-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An unruly auto theft suspect from Santa Ana died at the Theo Lacy Facility]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE, Calif. (Feb. 23, 2026) &ndash; On Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026, an inmate housed at the Theo Lacy Facility in Orange died. The 24-year-old inmate, Edson Israel Rosasmedrano, was booked by the Santa Ana Police Department on Feb. 19, 2026, for VC 10851 Vehicle Theft, PC 496d(a) Receiving a Stolen Vehicle, and PC 148 Obstructing or Resisting a Peace Officer. On Feb. 22, while housed at the Theo&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-unruly-auto-theft-suspect-from-santa-ana-died-at-the-theo-lacy-facility/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 02:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-unruly-auto-theft-suspect-from-santa-ana-died-at-the-theo-lacy-facility/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The City of Santa Ana will likely be sued for banning rent-setting computer software]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana City Council voted to take a possibly unconstituional step to protect renters with a new ordinance banning rent-setting computer software that can artificially inflate rents. The ordinance, approved on Tuesday, Feb. 17, for a first reading and set for a final vote on March 3, prohibits the sale, licensing, provision and use of certain algorithmic rent-setting software for&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-city-of-santa-ana-will-likely-be-sued-for-banning-rent-setting-computer-software/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-city-of-santa-ana-will-likely-be-sued-for-banning-rent-setting-computer-software/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A pair at a Santa Ana motel were arrested for retail theft by the Irvine Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[After shoplifting incidents at Crossroads Trading and ULTA in Irvine, police detectives linked the same suspects to about $3,500 in additional thefts across Orange County, according to the Irvine Police Department. Investigators found the suspects at a Santa Ana motel, conducted surveillance, and watched one of them steal from another retail store in a neighboring city.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pair-at-a-santa-ana-motel-were-arrested-for-retail-theft-by-the-irvine-police/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pair-at-a-santa-ana-motel-were-arrested-for-retail-theft-by-the-irvine-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two catalytic converter thieves were arrested in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, in the early morning hours, police officers responded to a call about a suspicious noise, specifically, the sound of an electric saw coming from under a vehicle, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. In less than a minute, police officers were in the area and they were able to locate the fleeing suspect&rsquo;s vehicle. Once they spotted the officers&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-catalytic-converter-thieves-were-arrested-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 01:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-catalytic-converter-thieves-were-arrested-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man with a ghost gun and an NOS tank in his car arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 2/9/26, at 2 a.m., police officers contacted a subject in his vehicle near 13659 Beach Boulevard, according to the Westminster Police Department. Upon contacting the subject the officers saw that a Nitrous Oxide (NOS) tank was seen in plain view. The subject was removed and a subsequent search was conducted of the vehicle. Upon searching the trunk the police officers located&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-with-a-ghost-gun-and-an-nos-tank-in-his-car-arrested/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-with-a-ghost-gun-and-an-nos-tank-in-his-car-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police arrested 3 at their DUI and CDL Checkpoint on Friday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Friday night, Feb. 20 2026, at the DUI and driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint that was conducted on Harbor Boulevard, south of Sunflower Avenue, a total of 477 drivers were contacted. This checkpoint yielded 11 field evaluations for impairment, 3 DUI arrests, 25 citations issued for driver&rsquo;s license related violations, and 17 vehicles were impounded, according to the Costa Mesa Police&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-3-at-their-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-friday-night/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-3-at-their-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-friday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds of high schoolers in Irvine will walk out of school to protest ICE on Feb. 27]]></title><description><![CDATA[IRVINE, CALIF. &ndash; Around 300 students from Irvine High School, Northwood High School and Portola High School, in Irvine, are expected to participate in a non-school-affiliated walkout on Feb. 27 as part of a statewide protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement and racist policing. The statewide protest is organized by California Youth Unite (CAYU), a student-run coalition of 35+ high&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hundreds-of-high-schoolers-in-irvine-will-walk-out-of-school-to-protest-ice-on-feb-27/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 21:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hundreds-of-high-schoolers-in-irvine-will-walk-out-of-school-to-protest-ice-on-feb-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three L.A. makeup theft suspects nabbed by the Irvine Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, the Irvine Police Department&rsquo;s Real-Time Crime Center alerted police officers to a vehicle connected to multiple thefts of cosmetics from CVS. The Irvine Police are able to track vehicles by using surveillance cameras and taking note of their license plate numbers. Suspect vehicles are quickly identified by this system allowing officers to be dispatched to the exact locations.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-la-makeup-theft-suspects-nabbed-by-the-irvine-police/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-la-makeup-theft-suspects-nabbed-by-the-irvine-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, February 22, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m., police officers responded to a traffic collision on Beach Boulevard and Williams Drive involving a white Toyota Camry and a pedestrian, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. Upon arrival, officers located the driver of the Toyota, a 68-year-old male from Huntington Beach, uninjured. The pedestrian&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-died-after-being-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-died-after-being-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Credit card thief arrested after trying to buy gold bars in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[After noticing a suspicious charge for gold bars on their credit card, a victim realized that they had been a target of mail theft, according to the Brea Police Department. The victim didn&rsquo;t just report it&mdash;they secured the tracking information and shared it with the police investigators. The police officers were then able to track the shipment in real time and intercept the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/credit-card-thief-arrested-after-trying-to-buy-gold-bars-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 00:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/credit-card-thief-arrested-after-trying-to-buy-gold-bars-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One dead, one injured in connected gang-related shootings in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana Police Detectives are investigating a shooting that killed one and injured another. On Friday, February 20, 2026, at approximately 8:57 p.m., Santa Ana Police Department officers responded to a report of a male who had just been shot in the area of 1200 E. Borchard Avenue. Upon arrival, officers located a 20-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound to his upper torso.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/one-dead-one-injured-in-connected-gang-related-shootings-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 22:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/one-dead-one-injured-in-connected-gang-related-shootings-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Supreme Court rules that Pres. Trump cannot unilaterally impose tariffs]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6&ndash;3 that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to unilaterally impose tariffs. The decision immediately invalidates most of the sweeping &ldquo;reciprocal&rdquo; and emergency tariffs implemented by the Trump administration over the past year. In a new statement, Scott Lincicome&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-supreme-court-rules-that-pres-trump-cannot-unilaterally-impose-tariffs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-supreme-court-rules-that-pres-trump-cannot-unilaterally-impose-tariffs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A reckless driver was tracked down and arrested by the Costa Mesa Police after an investigation]]></title><description><![CDATA[On a foggy morning this past November, vehicle sped off after police officers attempted a traffic stop, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. The vehicle dangerously exceeded over 120mph. Despite the early morning hour, the officers did not want to endanger anyone and although the pursuit was terminated, the investigation was not. Through the diligent work of the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-reckless-driver-was-tracked-down-and-arrested-by-the-costa-mesa-police-after-an-investigation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-reckless-driver-was-tracked-down-and-arrested-by-the-costa-mesa-police-after-an-investigation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CalOptima Health audit of former Chair Andrew Do’s tenure finds no fraud]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE, Calif. (February 18, 2026) &mdash; Today, the CalOptima Health Board of Directors released the findings of an independent investigation it authorized into certain expenditures made during the period when former Supervisor Andrew Do served on the Board of Directors, which found no evidence of fraud. Board counsel retained Ankura Consulting Group, LLC, an independent consulting firm&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-audit-of-former-chair-andrew-dos-tenure-finds-no-fraud/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-audit-of-former-chair-andrew-dos-tenure-finds-no-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. probationer arrested for stealing cash and a check from a nail salon in south O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, Orange County Sheriff deputies in Dana Point responded to Organic Nail Lounge regarding a burglary and forgery that occurred earlier this month, during which the suspect stole cash and a customer check. Deputies utilized technology to identify and locate the suspect&rsquo;s vehicle in the Capistrano Beach area the same day the report was taken. When they arrived&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-probationer-arrested-for-stealing-cash-and-a-check-from-a-nail-salon-in-south-oc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-probationer-arrested-for-stealing-cash-and-a-check-from-a-nail-salon-in-south-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three suspects arrested after stealing alcohol from a grocery store in south O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday night, Orange County Sheriff deputies in San Clemente received a call of stolen alcohol from the Pavilions in Talega. The deputies discovered that this same crew had committed the same crime in Lake Forest the previous week. As the deputies searched the area, they located the vehicle on the 5 Fwy. With the assistance of the CHP, the vehicle was stopped and all&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-arrested-after-stealing-alcohol-from-a-grocery-store-in-south-oc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-arrested-after-stealing-alcohol-from-a-grocery-store-in-south-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trump administration action leads to shutdown of gender-affirming care at CHOC]]></title><description><![CDATA[The recent closure of the Children&rsquo;s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC) Pediatric Gender Clinic on February 6, 2026, has become a focal point of intense debate in Southern California. The shutdown follows a series of aggressive federal actions by the Trump Administration aimed at ending medical gender transitions for minors across the United States. What Happened with CHOC and the Trump&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/trump-administration-action-leads-to-shutdown-of-gender-affirming-care-at-choc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/trump-administration-action-leads-to-shutdown-of-gender-affirming-care-at-choc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police will conduct a DUI and CDL Checkpoint on Feb. 20]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police Department will be conducting a DUI and CDL checkpoint on Friday night, Feb. 20, from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. within city limits of Costa Mesa. This DUI checkpoint is funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety. By law, police departments in California are required to notify residents of these checkpoints. The Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) typically&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-feb-20/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-feb-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man charged with fatally stabbing his estranged wife in a jealous rage]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A 62-year-old man has been charged with murder for stabbing his estranged wife to death after he believed she had a date with another man during the Valentine&rsquo;s Day weekend. On Saturday, February 14, 2026, at around 6:30 a.m., a woman called the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department to report that her brother-in-law had called her to tell her that he had killed his wife with&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-charged-with-fatally-stabbing-his-estranged-wife-in-a-jealous-rage/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 19:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-charged-with-fatally-stabbing-his-estranged-wife-in-a-jealous-rage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raising Cane’s grand opening in Costa Mesa set for Feb. 24]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES (Feb. 18, 2026) &ndash; New address, same iconic flavor! Raising Cane&rsquo;s opens its newest Restaurant in Costa Mesa on Tuesday, Feb 24. at 1595 Newport Blvd. Orange County is no stranger to Raising Cane&rsquo;s premium chicken, which is marinated for at least 24 hours and cooked fresh for every order. Costa Mesa Caniacs know Cane&rsquo;s doesn&rsquo;t use heat lamps or warmers &ndash; just quality chicken&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/raising-canes-grand-opening-in-costa-mesa-set-for-feb-24/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 00:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/raising-canes-grand-opening-in-costa-mesa-set-for-feb-24/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bass Pro Shop shoplifters arrested by the Irvine Police with help from a police drone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Wednesday, two suspects tried to shoplift at Bass Pro Shops after loading up a cart with archery gear and metal detectors and taking off, according to the Irvine Police Department. The IPD&rsquo;s Real Time Crime Center, dispatchers, and drone kept officers pointed in the right direction. The stolen property, valued at over $2,600, was soon recovered. David Rezaei, 54&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/bass-pro-shop-shoplifters-arrested-by-the-irvine-police-with-help-from-a-police-drone/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/bass-pro-shop-shoplifters-arrested-by-the-irvine-police-with-help-from-a-police-drone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. high schoolers are risking their lives with a game involving realistic looking toy guns]]></title><description><![CDATA[What starts as a viral high school tradition can quickly turn into a high-stakes emergency. Recently, the Irvine Police Department issued a critical warning regarding the game &ldquo;Senior Assassin.&rdquo; While students see a harmless game of tag with water guns, law enforcement sees a &ldquo;recipe for disaster&rdquo;. The game involves seniors &ldquo;eliminating&rdquo; targets using water guns or gel blasters&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-high-schoolers-are-risking-their-lives-with-a-game-involving-realistic-looking-toy-guns/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-high-schoolers-are-risking-their-lives-with-a-game-involving-realistic-looking-toy-guns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect captured in Guatemala for kidnapping and repeatedly abusing teen]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A registered sex offender charged with kidnapping a 13-year-old Orange County girl and repeatedly raping her over several hours has been captured in Guatemala as part of a multi-jurisdictional effort to bring the wanted fugitive to justice. Since December 2025, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the U.S. Department of Justice Office of International Affairs&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-captured-in-guatemala-for-kidnapping-and-repeatedly-abusing-teen/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 21:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-captured-in-guatemala-for-kidnapping-and-repeatedly-abusing-teen/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A woman and her boyfriend were arrested after stealing the ex-boyfriend’s car in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier on the morning of Feb. 11, police officers located a stolen vehicle that turned out to be less &ldquo;rom-com&rdquo; and more &ldquo;crime documentary,&rdquo; according to the Fullerton Police Department. The vehicle was allegedly taken by the owner&rsquo;s ex, who then decided to go for a joy ride with her new boyfriend. Spoiler alert: the ride ended with flashing lights and matching bracelets.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-woman-and-her-boyfriend-were-arrested-after-stealing-the-ex-boyfriends-car-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 22:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-woman-and-her-boyfriend-were-arrested-after-stealing-the-ex-boyfriends-car-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A scammer stole $40K from an Irvine resident after promising to secure their savings]]></title><description><![CDATA[A resident was recently scammed out of $40,000 after receiving a text message claiming to be a fraud alert from their bank, according to the Irvine Police Department. The scammer then called the victim and convinced them to withdraw their savings so the bank could &ldquo;secure&rdquo; it at another location. The suspect then arranged for a courier to pick up the money. Shortly after handing off the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-scammer-stole-40k-from-an-irvine-resident-after-promising-to-secure-their-savings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 22:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-scammer-stole-40k-from-an-irvine-resident-after-promising-to-secure-their-savings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Estranged husband arrested for allegedly fatally stabbing his wife in south O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, shortly after 6:30 a.m., deputies were called to the 26000 block of Laurelwood Lane in San Juan Capistrano in reference to a domestic incident, according to the Orange County Sheriff. Deputies arrived and located a woman in her 60s deceased from apparent stab wounds in the garage. The suspect, a man in his 60s was transported to the hospital with non-life&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/estranged-husband-arrested-for-allegedly-fatally-stabbing-his-wife-in-south-oc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 07:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/estranged-husband-arrested-for-allegedly-fatally-stabbing-his-wife-in-south-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana woman and two others arrested for stealing from a storage facility in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Several burglaries occurred over the last few weeks at a storage facility on Red Hill, according to the Irvine Police Department. It wasn&rsquo;t long before The Directed Enforcement Team (DET), along with the Criminal Investigations Unit (CIU), identified and located the suspects. Last Friday, DET and CIU served a search warrant at an Irvine hotel and arrested Charlotte Rae Cossey, 43&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-woman-and-two-others-arrested-for-stealing-from-a-storage-facility-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 20:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-woman-and-two-others-arrested-for-stealing-from-a-storage-facility-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bloody PETA protests planned for next week’s Raising Cane’s grand openings in Santa Ana and Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[PETA supporters are aiming to deliver a shocking message to those attending the grand openings of Raising Cane&rsquo;s in Santa Ana and Costa Mesa next week. PETA plans to hang a woman upside down and have her throat &ldquo;slit&rdquo; to demonstrate how chickens are killed for those &ldquo;chicken fingers.&rdquo; The pro-vegan displays are designed to illustrate the point that every chicken raised for their flesh&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/bloody-peta-protests-planned-for-next-weeks-raising-canes-grand-openings-in-santa-ana-and-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/bloody-peta-protests-planned-for-next-weeks-raising-canes-grand-openings-in-santa-ana-and-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[92 transients were arrested in Santa Ana after a citywide sweep this morning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana Quality of Life Team (QOLT) police officers, alongside Directed Enforcement officers and Landscape West, conducted a citywide sweep this morning focused on ongoing quality of life concerns across our neighborhoods, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. By the numbers: Based on the breakdown of the February 2026 citywide sweep by the Santa Ana Police Department&rsquo;&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/92-transients-were-arrested-in-santa-ana-after-a-citywide-sweep-this-morning/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 00:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/92-transients-were-arrested-in-santa-ana-after-a-citywide-sweep-this-morning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fake $100 bills laced with a drug used to make meth found at an Irvine grocery store]]></title><description><![CDATA[In early February 2026, an unsettling incident unfolded at an Albertsons in Irvine that serves as a stark reminder to stay alert when handling unexpected finds. Here is a breakdown of the events and the significant legal consequences the perpetrators could face. On Saturday, February 7, 2026, employees at the Albertsons on Quail Hill Parkway discovered several counterfeit $100&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fake-100-bills-laced-with-a-drug-used-to-make-meth-found-at-an-irvine-grocery-store/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fake-100-bills-laced-with-a-drug-used-to-make-meth-found-at-an-irvine-grocery-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commercial burglary suspect from L.A. arrested by the Irvine Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 5, police officers investigated a burglary at a business on Goddard. More than $5,000 worth of merchandise was stolen, according to the Irvine Police Department. Detectives learned that the same suspects were linked to another burglary at the same store in October 2025, during which $7,000 worth of items were stolen. They are also believed to be involved in several other&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/commercial-burglary-suspect-from-la-arrested-by-the-irvine-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 22:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/commercial-burglary-suspect-from-la-arrested-by-the-irvine-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CDL and DUI Checkpoint set for Feb. 20 in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Fullerton Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/driver&rsquo;s license Checkpoint on February 20th from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location. Frequently Cited Checkpoint Locations in Fullerton While exact locations change, several key areas are repeatedly used for enforcement operations: DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-set-for-feb-20-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 21:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-set-for-feb-20-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CAL DOGE finds drug prevention money is funding progressive voter drives]]></title><description><![CDATA[SACRAMENTO, CA &mdash; Today, CAL DOGE announced it has untangled a web of funding from the Prop 64 authorized California Cannabis Tax Fund (CCTF) &ndash; supposed to be used for substance abuse prevention &ndash; that instead is building the Democrat political machine in California. An investigation into Elevate Youth California, which is one of the &#64257;nancial intermediaries that received $370M from the CCTF&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/cal-doge-finds-drug-prevention-money-is-funding-progressive-voter-drives/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 19:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/cal-doge-finds-drug-prevention-money-is-funding-progressive-voter-drives/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana Manufacturing Job Fair set for Feb. 26]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana WORK Center is hosting a Manufacturing Job Fair on February 26, 2026, from 11 a.m. &ndash; 1 p.m. at 801 W. Civic Center Dr., Suite 200, in Santa Ana. Meet employers from: Positions include Inspector, Fabrication Operator, Maintenance Mechanic, Shipping/Receiving, and more. Bring your resume. Dress interview-ready. Be prepared to apply onsite.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-manufacturing-job-fair-set-for-feb-26/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-manufacturing-job-fair-set-for-feb-26/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police will conduct a pre-Valentine’s Day DUI and CDL Checkpoint in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday night, February 13, 2026, the Santa Ana Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint. It will begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the City of Santa Ana. Many people wisely opt to take their significant others out to dinner the day before Valentine&rsquo;s Day to avoid the crowds.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-will-conduct-a-pre-valentines-day-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 17:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-will-conduct-a-pre-valentines-day-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DUI and CDL Checkpoint set for Feb. 26 in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers will hold a CDL/DUI Checkpoint on Thursday, February 26, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. Checkpoint locations are chosen based on the history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-set-for-feb-26-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 23:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-set-for-feb-26-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A suspected DUI driver was arrested after crashing into poles in coastal O.C. this morning]]></title><description><![CDATA[At around 2:05 a.m. this morning, a vehicle was observed driving at a high rate of speed near S. Coast Highway and Broadway Street, according to the Laguna Beach Police Department. Moments after, the vehicle collided into a light pole and traffic pole near S. Coast Highway and Forest Avenue. After an investigation was conducted, the driver was arrested for Driving Under the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-suspected-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-crashing-into-poles-in-coastal-oc-this-morning/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-suspected-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-crashing-into-poles-in-coastal-oc-this-morning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine family safe after tense machete standoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, February 11, 2026, the quiet neighborhood of Terrapin in Irvine was shattered by a high-stakes police standoff that gripped the community for over five hours. What began as a domestic dispute reports around 2:15 p.m. quickly escalated into a hostage situation involving a man armed with a machete. Irvine Police responded to a condo in the 100 block of Terrapin after a&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-family-safe-after-tense-machete-standoff/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-family-safe-after-tense-machete-standoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man wanted for cashing fraudulent checks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are seeking the public&rsquo;s help in locating Victor Ramon Herrera-Canizales (32), who is wanted for a fraudulent check-cashing scheme, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. Victor arrived at Main International, a check-cashing company located at 1200 W. Warner Avenue, and cashed a fraudulent check. The business was notified the check was fraudulent and immediately&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-wanted-for-cashing-fraudulent-checks/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-wanted-for-cashing-fraudulent-checks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Raising Cane’s new Santa Ana location’s grand opening set for Feb. 17]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County&rsquo;s heart is beating for Chicken Fingers! Raising Cane&rsquo;s opens its newest Santa Ana Restaurant &ndash; in the middle of OC &ndash; on Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 9 a.m. The new restaurant is located at 1303 N. Bristol Street directly across the street from Santa Ana Community College and minutes from the Santa Ana Historic District. https://maps.app.goo.gl/JuRjsrqSHDxDvVn39 Students and Community&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/raising-canes-new-santa-ana-locations-grand-opening-set-for-feb-17/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 23:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/raising-canes-new-santa-ana-locations-grand-opening-set-for-feb-17/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CalOptima Health awards another $1.2M for two OC food banks]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE, Calif. &mdash; This past week, CalOptima Health&rsquo;s Board approved $1.2 million ($600,000 each) for Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County and Community Action Partnership of Orange County (CAP OC) in response to significant budget cuts that threaten the safety net and food security among its members in Orange County. This funding is in addition to $1.5 million ($750,000 each) that the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-awards-another-12m-for-two-oc-food-banks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-awards-another-12m-for-two-oc-food-banks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman arrested in Santa Ana after a slow pursuit by the Tustin police]]></title><description><![CDATA[An unidentified woman was arrested in Santa Ana after a slow-speed pursuit by a Tustin police officer, Tuesday night, according to County News. The Tustin police officer tried to pull the woman over just before 11 pm.. She was driving a silver Lexus sedan. For reasons unknown the woman refused to pull over. The suspect, a female adult, drove off slowly as the officer followed her&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-arrested-in-santa-ana-after-a-slow-pursuit-by-the-tustin-police/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-arrested-in-santa-ana-after-a-slow-pursuit-by-the-tustin-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 40 were arrested for loud cars and unruly behavior at a popular Orange County beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[If your idea of fun is taking your overly loud car to the beach and getting drunk you may want to think again. The Newport Beach Police Department announced that they made more than 40 arrests last Friday and Saturday during an evening enforcement operation at the West Oceanfront parking lot. The police acted after hearing from residents and business owners about the overly loud vehicles&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/over-40-were-arrested-for-loud-cars-and-unruly-behavior-at-a-popular-orange-county-beach/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/over-40-were-arrested-for-loud-cars-and-unruly-behavior-at-a-popular-orange-county-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long Beach man arrested for stealing bronze plaques in several Orange County cities]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 20, 2026, several bronze plaques were stolen from locations around the city, including Old Towne Orange, according to the Orange Police Department. Our detectives immediately launched an investigation, reviewing numerous video surveillance systems that ultimately led to the identification of a suspect. The investigation revealed the suspect was also connected to multiple&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/long-beach-man-arrested-for-stealing-bronze-plaques-in-several-orange-county-cities/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/long-beach-man-arrested-for-stealing-bronze-plaques-in-several-orange-county-cities/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four O.C. cities make the Top 10 of the latest Safest Cities in California report]]></title><description><![CDATA[When it comes to finding a &ldquo;sanctuary&rdquo; in the Golden State, Orange County is leading the charge. According to the latest 2025 Safest Cities in California report by SafeWise, several OC communities have secured top-tier spots, outperforming national trends in both violent and property crime safety (pp. 1-2). While national trends show an 8% decrease in property crime and a 10%<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-oc-cities-make-the-top-10-of-the-latest-safest-cities-in-california-report/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 20:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-oc-cities-make-the-top-10-of-the-latest-safest-cities-in-california-report/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brea man arrested for using a stolen EBT card at a Walmart in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers found a vehicle parked at Walmart that was used in a previous shoplifting case in which over $900 in merchandise was stolen, according to the Irvine Police Department. The officers swiftly intercepted Ionut Alexandru Maglasu, 25, of Brea, as he returned to his car with a sack of baby formula. With the help of an Orange County District Attorney Public Assistance&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/brea-man-arrested-for-using-a-stolen-ebt-card-at-a-walmart-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/brea-man-arrested-for-using-a-stolen-ebt-card-at-a-walmart-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A DUI driver collided with a tree in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers responded to an accident scene involving a driver who was driving under the influence and collided head-on with a tree, according to the Brea Police Department. The Brea Police stated that &ldquo;While the damage to the vehicle is significant, the risk to innocent lives on the road was even greater. There is no excuse for driving impaired. It endangers you and everyone&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-collided-with-a-tree-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-collided-with-a-tree-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A person with measles hung out at Disneyland and California Adventure on Jan. 22]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Santa Ana, CA) &ndash; The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) received notification of a confirmed case of measles who visited Orange County (OC). While infectious, this individual visited the following OC locations: People who were at these locations during the date and times listed above may be at risk of developing measles from 7 to 21 days after being exposed and are advised to follow these&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-person-with-measles-hung-out-at-disneyland-and-california-adventure-on-jan-22/</link><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 08:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-person-with-measles-hung-out-at-disneyland-and-california-adventure-on-jan-22/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Elderly O.C. convict arrested for indecent exposure at a supermarket parking lot]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Fullerton Police Department has arrested a suspect connected to two separate indecent exposure incidents that occurred in a shopping center parking lot located in the 1800 block of W. Malvern Ave. In 2025, officers responded to reports of a male engaging in lewd behavior inside his vehicle in a busy public area while his window was lowered. Based on witness statements and the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/elderly-oc-convict-arrested-for-indecent-exposure-at-a-supermarket-parking-lot/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 19:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/elderly-oc-convict-arrested-for-indecent-exposure-at-a-supermarket-parking-lot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vegas woman arrested for Ulta theft in Irvine; suspected in NV and AZ spree]]></title><description><![CDATA[In January, a woman stole over $2,000 worth of merchandise from Ulta on Jamboree Road, according to the Irvine Police Department. An investigator identified the suspect as Jasele Alicia Villanueva, 31, of Las Vegas. Villanueva is allegedly responsible for over $60,000 worth of other thefts from Ulta stores across Nevada and Arizona. IPD detectives collaborated with law enforcement&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/vegas-woman-arrested-for-ulta-theft-in-irvine-suspected-in-nv-and-az-spree/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 19:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/vegas-woman-arrested-for-ulta-theft-in-irvine-suspected-in-nv-and-az-spree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Westminster Police are trying to identify a Peeping Tom]]></title><description><![CDATA[A male subject was seen attempting to open a rear door of a residence and peering into the home through windows, according to the Westminster Police Department&rsquo;s Flyer Friday feature. The Westminster police rekeased a surveillance photo of the suspect. He is thin and he appears to be Asian. He was wearing blue and white checkered pajama bottoms and a white hoodie. He had a thin moustache.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-peeping-tom/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 07:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-peeping-tom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD reiterates that their drones will not be used to help ICE]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a recent statement, the Santa Ana Police Department directly addressed concerns sparked by a Northern California agency&rsquo;s decision to pause its Flock camera program. The Mountain View Police Department (MVPD), suspended its use of all 30 Flock Safety automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras on February 3, 2026. The decision followed an audit revealing that unauthorized federal and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-reiterates-that-their-drones-will-not-be-used-to-help-ice/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 01:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-reiterates-that-their-drones-will-not-be-used-to-help-ice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Riverside man gets only 11 years in prison for a DUI crash that killed a Garden Grove mother]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jadir E. Salazarmontano, a 37-year-old man from Riverside, was sentenced on Friday to 11 years in prison for a DUI hit-and-run crash into a home in Garden Grove that killed a woman. The vehicle driven by Salazarmontano crashed into a home just before 2 a.m. on May 12, 2024, in the 11800 block of Magnolia Street, between Chapman and Orangewood avenues, according to the Garden Gorove polic.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-man-gets-only-11-years-in-prison-for-a-dui-crash-that-killed-a-garden-grove-mother/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-man-gets-only-11-years-in-prison-for-a-dui-crash-that-killed-a-garden-grove-mother/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CA bill introduced to notify crime victims about assailant parole conditions]]></title><description><![CDATA[SACRAMENTO&mdash;Protecting crime victims&rsquo; rights by ensuring they receive timely notifications about an offender&rsquo;s release, parole hearings, escapes, or special parole conditions is the goal of legislation introduced by Assemblymember James C. Ramos (D&ndash;San Bernardino). &ldquo;Making sure that victims are kept up to date on critical notifications about an offender is crucial,&rdquo; Ramos stated.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-bill-introduced-to-notify-crime-victims-about-assailant-parole-conditions/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-bill-introduced-to-notify-crime-victims-about-assailant-parole-conditions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. man arrested for stealing a catalytic converter at the Irvine Spectrum]]></title><description><![CDATA[On December 20, 2025, police officers investigated a theft of a catalytic converter at the Spectrum, according to the Irvine Police Department. A witness saw a man under a pickup truck and heard a grinding sound. The man fled the area, but the witness was able to get the license plate of the suspect&rsquo;s vehicle. Detectives from the IPD&rsquo;s Crime Impact Unit (CIU) identified the suspect&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-man-arrested-for-stealing-a-catalytic-converter-at-the-irvine-spectrum/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-man-arrested-for-stealing-a-catalytic-converter-at-the-irvine-spectrum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family of man shot in the back by SAPD officers files a claim against the City of Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CALIF., February 5, 2026 &mdash; The family of Victor Lopez, shot in the back by Santa Ana Police last week, spoke at a press conference yesterday announcing the filing of a claim against the city. This is the first step in filing a civil rights lawsuit. The family&rsquo;s attorneys, Adant&eacute; Pointer and Bryan Harrison, will discuss the Jan. 29 shooting of Lopez, who was unarmed and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/family-of-man-shot-in-the-back-by-sapd-officers-files-a-claim-against-the-city-of-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/family-of-man-shot-in-the-back-by-sapd-officers-files-a-claim-against-the-city-of-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A driver was arrested after driving over 100 mph in a coastal Orange County city]]></title><description><![CDATA[Motor officers were out working speed enforcement yesterday when they spotted a vehicle traveling at a speed that definitely caught their attention, 108 mph, coming from Laguna Beach into Newport Beach near the Shake Shack, according to the Newport Beach Police Department. Yes&hellip; 108 mph. The driver was stopped without incident, but the consequences were very real. The driver was arrested&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-was-arrested-after-driving-over-100-mph-in-a-coastal-orange-county-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-was-arrested-after-driving-over-100-mph-in-a-coastal-orange-county-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Garden Grove police arrested 17 suspects and shut down DD Cafe]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Garden Grove Police Department Special Investigations Unit (SIU) conducted an investigation into DD Cafe following complaints of illegal activity occurring inside the business. Today, SIU Investigators, Gang Suppression Officers, along with patrol officers, served a search warrant at the location. As a result, 17 arrests were made, and the business was red-tagged with the assistance&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-arrested-17-suspects-and-shut-down-dd-cafe/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-arrested-17-suspects-and-shut-down-dd-cafe/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine man arrested for repeatedly abusing a child left in his care]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested Ruediger Luzian Aldred Smith, also known as &ldquo;Rudy Smith&rdquo;, 63, of Irvine, for s*xually abusing a child. On January 30, 2026, IPD was called to investigate alleged s*xual abuse that occurred at an apartment on Cardiff. The female child victim reported being s*xually abused by him over the course of two years while under his care.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-man-arrested-for-repeatedly-abusing-a-child-left-in-his-care/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 18:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-man-arrested-for-repeatedly-abusing-a-child-left-in-his-care/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police drone finds a retail theft suspect in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, poice officers responded to a home improvement store for a theft/fraud in progress, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. As the suspect exited the store, the HBPD&rsquo;s Drone First Responder (DFR) was deployed and quickly located him, directing officers right to his hiding spot. The HBPD drone is farily silent &ndash; no helicopter noise! Suspects are advised not&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-drone-finds-a-retail-theft-suspect-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 22:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-drone-finds-a-retail-theft-suspect-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police investigated a threat made to an Orange County high school today]]></title><description><![CDATA[Marina High School received a phone call today regarding an alleged threat, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. As a precaution during the investigation, the school was briefly placed on a shelter-in-place. Police officers conducted a thorough search of the campus and worked closely with school staff. Law enforcement presence will remain increased today&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-investigated-a-threat-made-to-an-orange-county-high-school-today/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 23:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-investigated-a-threat-made-to-an-orange-county-high-school-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[You may qualify for free tax filing from Orange County United Way]]></title><description><![CDATA[Irvine, CA (February 3, 2026) &ndash; Orange County United Way&rsquo;s United for Financial Security&#8480; Initiative is offering free tax preparation and electronic filing to low- and moderate-income individuals and families through the OC Free Tax Prep program. Orange County residents can call the 2-1-1 Orange County (211OC) helpline to access this key service and book in-person appointments.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/you-may-qualify-for-free-tax-filing-from-orange-county-united-way/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 22:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/you-may-qualify-for-free-tax-filing-from-orange-county-united-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[HUD acts to remove undocumented tenants from Section 8 housing]]></title><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON &ndash; Following a Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) audit into all tenants across HUD-funded housing nationwide, HUD discovered nearly 200,000 tenants requiring eligibility verification, nearly 25,000 deceased tenants, and nearly 6,000 ineligible non-American tenants. HUD announced that all Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hud-acts-to-remove-undocumented-tenants-from-section-8-housing/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hud-acts-to-remove-undocumented-tenants-from-section-8-housing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Garden Grove Police arrested two at last week’s CDL and DUI Checkpoint]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Friday, the Garden Grove Police Department&rsquo;s Neighborhood Traffic Unit conducted a DUI Checkpoint. Over 700 vehicles were screened at the DUI Checkpoint. The Checkpoint resulted in two DUI arrests and 13 citations were issued. The drivers arrested during the Garden Grove Police Department DUI checkpoint on January 30, 2026, face severe legal, financial&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-arrested-two-at-last-weeks-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-arrested-two-at-last-weeks-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Santa Ana women were arrested for shoplifting at the Irvine Sephora]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, police officers at the Spectrum were called to Sephora about three women who were hiding makeup in their bags, according to the Irvine Police Department. The officers found all three suspects nearby and recovered the stolen items. The three women, ages 21, 47, and 25, all from Santa Ana, were arrested and booked for shoplifting. Like the movie Groundhog Day&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-santa-ana-women-were-arrested-for-shoplifting-at-the-irvine-sephora/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-santa-ana-women-were-arrested-for-shoplifting-at-the-irvine-sephora/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An inmate at the O.C. Cental Men’s Jail died after having respiratory-related issues]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. (Feb. 2, 2026): On Sunday, February 1, 2026, an inmate who was housed at the Central Men&rsquo;s Jail in Santa Ana died at a local hospital. The 77-year-old male inmate was booked by the Tustin Police Department on December 17, 2025, for PC 422 Criminal Threats and PC 417.4 Brandishing a Firearm. On Saturday, January 31, 2026, the inmate was transported to a local area&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-inmate-at-the-oc-cental-mens-jail-died-after-having-respiratory-related-issues/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 01:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-inmate-at-the-oc-cental-mens-jail-died-after-having-respiratory-related-issues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New poll reveals that most Santa Ana voters like the police but don’t like ICE]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &ndash; The Santa Ana Police Officers Association (SAPOA) has released new polling data indicating robust voter support for the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD) and a clear mandate for the City Council to prioritize public safety funding in 2026 (p. 1). The survey, conducted by Sextant Strategies and Research, highlights a community focused on balancing traditional law enforcement&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-poll-reveals-that-most-santa-ana-voters-like-the-police-but-dont-like-ice/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 23:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-poll-reveals-that-most-santa-ana-voters-like-the-police-but-dont-like-ice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is trying to identify two suspects who stole clothing from a T.J. Maxx]]></title><description><![CDATA[Retail theft continues to impact local businesses in Santa Ana, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD). Santa Ana police detectives are seeking the public&rsquo;s help in identifying two individuals who entered the T.J. Maxx at 3900 S. Bristol St. and stole bags containing multiple clothing items valued at hundreds of dollars. They were last seen leaving the area in an older&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-two-suspects-who-stole-clothing-from-a-tj-maxx/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 23:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-two-suspects-who-stole-clothing-from-a-tj-maxx/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An unvaccinated O.C. toddler came down with measles with no known exposures]]></title><description><![CDATA[A case of measles has been confirmed in an Orange County resident, an unvaccinated toddler who by report has not traveled outside of the area or had known exposures. This case is not linked to the other measles case reported in a traveler due to the timing of illness. The OC Health Care Agency&rsquo;s (HCA) Communicable Disease Control Division (CDCD) is reaching out to all identified contacts.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-unvaccinated-oc-toddler-came-down-with-measles-with-no-known-exposures/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-unvaccinated-oc-toddler-came-down-with-measles-with-no-known-exposures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New California law requires annual workplace rights notice to be posted]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sacramento &mdash; The California Labor Commissioner&rsquo;s Office (LCO) is reminding employers about a new state law, the Workplace Know Your Rights Act, which requires employers to annually provide workers with clear information about their workplace rights. This new law took effect on January 1 and requires employers to provide yearly notice to workers by February 1 explaining key rights under&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-california-law-requires-annual-workplace-rights-notice-to-be-posted/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-california-law-requires-annual-workplace-rights-notice-to-be-posted/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Congressman Derek Tran is trying to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem]]></title><description><![CDATA[Washington, DC &ndash; Today, U.S. Representative Derek Tran (CA-45) announced his co-sponsorship of H. Res.996, a Congressional resolution to impeach Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem for high crimes and misdemeanors in response to the pattern of escalating force and lethal violence exhibited by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers under her leadership.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-congressman-derek-tran-is-trying-to-impeach-homeland-security-secretary-kristi-noem/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-congressman-derek-tran-is-trying-to-impeach-homeland-security-secretary-kristi-noem/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[7 L.A. men charged in violent Anaheim jewelry heist and botched getaway]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Seven Los Angeles County men, including second-striker who was wearing a GPS ankle monitor, have been charged with multiple felonies in connection with a violent smash-and-grab robbery at an Anaheim Hills jewelry store Friday afternoon using a stolen car to ram the store&rsquo;s entrance and hammers and crowbars to smash the store&rsquo;s display cases and steal hundreds of thousands of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/7-la-men-charged-in-violent-anaheim-jewelry-heist-and-botched-getaway/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/7-la-men-charged-in-violent-anaheim-jewelry-heist-and-botched-getaway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hawaii man sentenced for leaving an elderly Irvine man homeless after stealing $2M from him]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, California &ndash; A Hawaii man was sentenced today to 48 months in federal prison for defrauding a 79-year-old Orange County victim out of nearly $2 million via false promises to broker the sale of the victim&rsquo;s yacht and by taking out unauthorized loans against the victim&rsquo;s Irvine condominium, which left the victim homeless. John Tamahere McCabe, 42, of Kailua, Hawaii&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hawaii-man-sentenced-for-leaving-an-elderly-irvine-man-homeless-after-stealing-2m-from-him/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hawaii-man-sentenced-for-leaving-an-elderly-irvine-man-homeless-after-stealing-2m-from-him/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man who stole cell phones and wallets from surfers’ cars will be locked up for 44 months]]></title><description><![CDATA[The waves in SoCal are a bit safer today after a federal judge in Los Angeles lowered the boom on Moundir Kamil, a notorious recidivist who turned beach parking lots into his personal ATM. On January 28, 2026, the 56-year-old Orange County resident was sentenced to 44 months in federal prison for orchestrating a high-tech identity theft ring that fleeced over $979,000 from local surfers and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-who-stole-cell-phones-and-wallets-from-surfers-cars-will-be-locked-up-for-44-months/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-who-stole-cell-phones-and-wallets-from-surfers-cars-will-be-locked-up-for-44-months/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robbery suspect armed with an assault rifle arrested by the Westminster Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[In mid-January 2026, police officers responded to two separate armed robberies of convenience stores, according to the Westminster Police Department. The robberies took place within a few days and in close proximity to each other. Surveillance video was obtained from both robberies, and it appeared as though the same suspect was responsible for both. In each robbery&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/robbery-suspect-armed-with-an-assault-rifle-arrested-by-the-westminster-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/robbery-suspect-armed-with-an-assault-rifle-arrested-by-the-westminster-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Democrats are battling for Ward Six of the Santa Ana City Council]]></title><description><![CDATA[The battle to replace David Penaloza in Ward Six of the Santa Ana City Council now features two Democrats &ndash; Giovanni Chavez and Isuri Ramos. Both Chavez and Ramos are registered Democrats but they each represent a different faction of their party. Chavez has the support of Penaloza, which likely means that he supports law enforcement. Ramos, on the other hand, has the support of anti&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-democrats-are-battling-for-ward-six-of-the-santa-ana-city-council/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-democrats-are-battling-for-ward-six-of-the-santa-ana-city-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A DUI driver in a skeleton mask was busted in north O.C. while asleep in his vehicle]]></title><description><![CDATA[A police officer came across a motorist who was found asleep in his vehicle, according to the Brea Police Department. The motorist was wearing a skull mask and appeared to be under the influence while the vehicle was in the middle of the road. The officer had to pound on the driver side window of the vehicle with his palm to wake up the driver! Why someone would be wearing&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-in-a-skeleton-mask-was-busted-in-north-oc-while-asleep-in-his-vehicle/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-in-a-skeleton-mask-was-busted-in-north-oc-while-asleep-in-his-vehicle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim woman who fled to Mexico returned to face charges of decapitating her boyfriend]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; An Anaheim woman accused of killing and decapitating her boyfriend of two months has been arrested in Mexico and was returned to the United States to face murder charges in Orange County. Alyssa Marie Lira, 23, of Anaheim, has been charged with one felony count of murder and one felony enhancement of personally using a weapon. She faces a maximum sentence of 26 years to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-woman-who-fled-to-mexico-returned-to-face-charges-of-decapitating-her-boyfriend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-woman-who-fled-to-mexico-returned-to-face-charges-of-decapitating-her-boyfriend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD police officers fatally shot a young man with his wife and toddler at the scene]]></title><description><![CDATA[A routine traffic stop turned fatal late Wednesday night in downtown Santa Ana, leaving an 18-year-old father dead and a community searching for answers. The incident, which unfolded in front of the man&rsquo;s girlfriend and their infant child, is now under investigation by the Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office. The Incident On Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at approximately 10:29 p.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-officers-fatally-shot-a-young-man-with-his-wife-and-toddler-at-the-scene/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-officers-fatally-shot-a-young-man-with-his-wife-and-toddler-at-the-scene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retail theft suspects arrested in coastal O.C. with help from a police drone]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, two suspects who walked out with over $1,000 in stolen merchandise quickly learned that shopping sprees don&rsquo;t end well when you skip the checkout line, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. After getting into their getaway car, the vehicle was located minutes later at a nearby shopping center, near another commonly targeted retail store. With officers on the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/retail-theft-suspects-arrested-in-coastal-oc-with-help-from-a-police-drone/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/retail-theft-suspects-arrested-in-coastal-oc-with-help-from-a-police-drone/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police task force busts transnational burglary ring targeting pricy O.C. homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Irvine, Calif. (January 28, 2026) &ndash; The Newport Beach Police Department (NBPD) and the Irvine Police Department (IPD) have arrested three adult men believed to be linked to a transnational organized residential burglary crime ring. Over the past few months, a burglary crew has been suspected of committing several residential burglaries in Newport Beach. The same men are suspected&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-task-force-busts-transnational-burglary-ring-targetingpricy-oc-homes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-task-force-busts-transnational-burglary-ring-targetingpricy-oc-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested a man who allegedly assaulted a female client at the MainPlace Mall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Special Crimes detectives have arrested a 26-year-old man for s*xually assaulting a woman at a retail business, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD). On January 15, 2026, at approximately 9:00 p.m., a woman responded to the Santa Ana Police Department and reported a s*xual assault. The victim, a 44-year-old woman, stated she visited Bee &amp; Co.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-a-man-who-allegedly-assaulted-a-female-client-at-the-mainplace-mall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-a-man-who-allegedly-assaulted-a-female-client-at-the-mainplace-mall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Measles case reported in south Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Santa Ana, CA) &mdash; The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) has confirmed a case of measles in a young adult who recently travelled internationally. The HCA is notifying individuals who were exposed to the person in healthcare settings. Potential community exposure locations during their infectious period include the following: According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/measles-case-reported-in-south-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 02:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/measles-case-reported-in-south-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prior convicts busted again for drugs in an O.C. disabled loading spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s deputy observed a vehicle occupied by one male and one female parked in a designated loading zone for disabled persons, according to Stanton Police Services. During the subsequent investigation, it was discovered that both subjects were in possession of controlled substances, both on their persons and inside the vehicle. Further records checks revealed both&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/prior-convicts-busted-again-for-drugs-in-an-oc-disabled-loading-spot/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 02:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/prior-convicts-busted-again-for-drugs-in-an-oc-disabled-loading-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man arrested for shoplifting at a Walmart in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, police officers responded to a Walmart in Irvine after a man loaded up a backpack with items and fled from a loss prevention officer, according to the Irvine Police Department. The IPD police dispatchers checked nearby traffic cameras and found the suspect playing an intense game of hide-and-seek inside a bush. The responding police officers were not impressed by his&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-for-shoplifting-at-a-walmart-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-for-shoplifting-at-a-walmart-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police will conduct a CDL and DUI Checkpoint on Jan. 31]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver&rsquo;s License checkpoint as part of the Department&rsquo;s continued commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will take place on Saturday, January 31, from 7:00 p.m. to 2 a.m. The location has not yet been disclosed by the IPD. The checkpoint will be clearly marked.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-jan-31/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 18:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-jan-31/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect arrested after stealing a bait bike owned by police in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[A coastal Orange County anti&ndash;bike theft operation is going strong, and last night a thief took the bait, literally, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. One of the HBPD&rsquo;s strategically placed bicycles was stolen, prompting police officers to be immediately alerted. Officers responded quickly, located the stolen bicycle and the suspect, and made an arrest without incident.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-arrested-after-stealing-a-bait-bike-owned-by-police-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-arrested-after-stealing-a-bait-bike-owned-by-police-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Riverside man arrested for O.C. DUI accident that killed a pregnant woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. &ndash; Anaheim Police officers have arrested Daniel Ramos, a 24-year-old resident of Riverside, on suspicion of felony driving under the influence and vehicular manslaughter in connection with a fatal traffic collision that occurred early Sunday morning. On January 25, 2026, at approximately 12:09 a.m., Anaheim Police officers and Anaheim Fire &amp; Rescue personnel responded to the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-man-arrested-for-oc-dui-accident-that-killed-a-pregnant-woman/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-man-arrested-for-oc-dui-accident-that-killed-a-pregnant-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arizona man arrested for stealing designer purses in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this month, police officers investigated a robbery at the Woodbury Town Center, according to the Irvine Police Department. A victim met with a man to sell a Louis Vuitton bag through OfferUp. However the male suspect grabbed the bag from the victim and ran from the area without paying for the bag. This morning, Irvine police officers investigated another luxury handbag theft&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/arizona-man-arrested-for-stealing-designer-purses-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/arizona-man-arrested-for-stealing-designer-purses-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meth user busted at traffic stop in south Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County Sheriff deputies stopped a driver who showed signs of drug use, according to the Laguna Hills Police Services. During the investigation, the driver admitted to recent methamphetamine use. A controlled substance and drug paraphernalia were found in the vehicle. The driver was arrested for: O.C. deputies remain proactive in keeping dangerous drivers off the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/meth-user-busted-at-traffic-stop-in-south-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/meth-user-busted-at-traffic-stop-in-south-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. mom arrested after her toddler fell out of her moving SUV]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Fullerton Police Department became aware of a video circulating on social media depicting a small child falling from the passenger side of a moving vehicle at the intersection of N. Euclid St. and W. Malvern Ave. In the video, a black SUV is seen making an eastbound turn onto W. Malvern Ave. from southbound N. Euclid St. As the vehicle enters the intersection and completes the turn&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-arrested-after-her-toddler-fell-out-of-her-moving-suv/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-arrested-after-her-toddler-fell-out-of-her-moving-suv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bat with rabies found near an O.C. hiking trail]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Santa Ana, CA) &ndash; A bat in the City of Rancho Santa Margarita has tested positive for rabies. The bat was found near the gate entrance along the Mesa Trail at O&rsquo;Neill Regional Park, off El Camino Montana Road between El Lazo and Juniper Lane on Tuesday, January 20th, 2026, at approximately 10:00 am. Anyone who may have had physical contact with this bat or saw someone else having contact&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/bat-with-rabies-found-near-an-oc-hiking-trail/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 00:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/bat-with-rabies-found-near-an-oc-hiking-trail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three suspects were arrested after using fake receipts to steal a computer at an O.C. Costco]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three adult suspects were arrested after using fake/homemade receipts and walking out of a Costco in Garden Grove with a stolen computer, according to the Garden Grove Police Department. Costco employees recognized the fraud and immediately contacted GGPD with a vehicle description and license plate. Thanks to great police work, police officers quickly located the suspect vehicle&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-were-arrested-after-using-fake-receipts-to-steal-a-computer-at-an-oc-costco/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-were-arrested-after-using-fake-receipts-to-steal-a-computer-at-an-oc-costco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family of O.C. woman shot at a restaurant in New Orleans starts a GoFundMe page to help her]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Anaheim woman, Anaid Serrato, had her vacation to New Orleans ruined when she was shot five times while eating at a restaurant earlier this month. According to the family of Anaid, she was visiting New Orleans when a gunman opened fire in the restaurant she was in. The shooting occurred just after 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16, when a young man, Kareem Harris, 19-years-old&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/family-of-oc-woman-shot-at-a-restaurant-in-new-orleans-starts-a-gofundme-page-to-help-her/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 22:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/family-of-oc-woman-shot-at-a-restaurant-in-new-orleans-starts-a-gofundme-page-to-help-her/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vietnam fugitive extradited for fatal O.C. gang drive-by; two in custody, one at large]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A man who fled to Vietnam after he conspired to carry out a brazen broad daylight drive-by shooting targeting rival gang members that left a 15-year-old boy dead and critically wounded a 13-year-old last summer has been returned to the United States to face murder and conspiracy to commit murder charges. Since October 2025, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/vietnam-fugitive-extradited-for-fatal-oc-gang-drive-by-two-in-custody-one-at-large/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/vietnam-fugitive-extradited-for-fatal-oc-gang-drive-by-two-in-custody-one-at-large/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[After the N. Grand pedestrian fatality: A victim’s civil options in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pedestrian fatality is a devastating event, one that leaves families grappling with sudden loss, unanswered questions, and emotional shock. Following a recent pedestrian death on N. Grand Ave. in Santa Ana, many residents are left wondering not only how such a tragedy occurred, but also what legal options may be available to surviving loved ones. While no civil claim can undo the loss of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/after-the-n-grand-pedestrian-fatality-a-victims-civil-options-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/after-the-n-grand-pedestrian-fatality-a-victims-civil-options-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana CHP officers recovered $62K worth of goods that were stolen from a train]]></title><description><![CDATA[The CHP&rsquo;s Santa Ana Area SSP officers recently recovered $62,800 of stolen merchandise. The merchandise was stolen off of BNSF trains as they came to a stop along Crowther Ave and SR-57 in Placentia. Suspects arrested in cases involving train cargo theft in California face various state and federal penalties depending on the specific charges filed by prosecutors.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-chp-officers-recovered-62k-worth-of-goods-that-were-stolen-from-a-train/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 23:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-chp-officers-recovered-62k-worth-of-goods-that-were-stolen-from-a-train/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First-ever performing arts programming comes to Edward B. Cole Elementary in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Arts and Learning Conservatory (ALC), a Costa Mesa nonprofit, has launched performing arts programming at Edward B. Cole, Sr. Academy, a public elementary school &ndash; the first time students at this school have had access to structured performing arts experiences during the school day. This elementary school serves a predominantly Hispanic student body (approximately 95%<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/first-ever-performing-arts-programming-comes-to-edward-b-cole-elementary-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/first-ever-performing-arts-programming-comes-to-edward-b-cole-elementary-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana students offer free auto inspections &amp; repairs to the SAUSD community]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &ndash; January 22, 2026 &ndash; High School Inc. Academies Foundation, in partnership with the Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD), Career Education &amp; Workforce Innovation, Valley High School (a Community School), and Santa Ana High School, will host a Saturday Community Garage Service Clinic on January 31 from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, offering free vehicle inspections and basic maintenance&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-students-offer-free-auto-inspections-amp-repairs-to-the-sausd-community/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-students-offer-free-auto-inspections-amp-repairs-to-the-sausd-community/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAUSD 4th grade teacher nominated for LifeChanger of the Year award]]></title><description><![CDATA[January 23, 2026 &ndash;Santa Ana, CA&ndash; Jefferson Elementary School fourth grade teacher Kristine Pollard has been nominated for National Life Group&rsquo;s 2025-26 LifeChanger of the Year award. National Life Group&rsquo;s LifeChanger of the Year recognizes and rewards the very best K-12 educators and school district employees across the United States who are making a difference in the lives of students by&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sausd-4th-grade-teacher-nominated-for-lifechanger-of-the-year-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sausd-4th-grade-teacher-nominated-for-lifechanger-of-the-year-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gangbanger with a felony record convicted of shooting a man at a Santa Ana liquor store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manuel Chairez-Campos, a 32-year-old felon, was convicted yet again on Wednesday of fatally shooting Jorge Velasquez, a 29-year-old man outside of Adolfo&rsquo;s liquor store, located at 2734 N. Bristol St. in Santa Ana. Chairez-Campos was convicted of felony charges of first-degree murder with a sentencing enhancement for the firing of a gun causing death and a count of possession of a gun by&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gangbanger-with-a-felony-record-convicted-of-shooting-a-man-at-a-santa-ana-liquor-store/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gangbanger-with-a-felony-record-convicted-of-shooting-a-man-at-a-santa-ana-liquor-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downtown Santa Ana Clean &amp; Safe Program renewed by the City Council]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The Santa Ana City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday, Jan. 20, to continue the Downtown Santa Ana Clean &amp; Safe Program, which will provide enhanced cleanliness, maintenance and safety throughout the city&rsquo;s historic downtown core. In addition to providing regular cleaning and security guards, the new agreement includes Downtown ambassadors who will continue to assist&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/downtown-santa-ana-clean-amp-safe-program-renewed-by-the-city-council/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/downtown-santa-ana-clean-amp-safe-program-renewed-by-the-city-council/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CalOptima Health CEO Michael Hunn announces retirement]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE, Calif. &mdash; CalOptima Health Chief Executive Officer Michael Hunn, an innovative leader who championed expanded Medi-Cal services and increased community investments in housing as a foundation for health, will retire on December 31, 2026. As the health plan&rsquo;s leader for the past five years, Hunn has been deeply committed to serving low-income and vulnerable populations and supporting the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-ceo-michael-hunn-announces-retirement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-ceo-michael-hunn-announces-retirement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A DUI driver was arrested after a passenger died in a fatal collision in Orange]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, at approximately 3:12 a.m., police officers responded to a single vehicle traffic collision on W. La Veta Avenue at S. Batavia Street, according to the the Orange Police Department. The male adult driver was transported to a local hospital with injuries and has been arrested for suspicion of DUI. A female adult passenger is deceased and no additional details are being&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-a-passenger-died-in-a-fatal-collision-in-orange/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-a-passenger-died-in-a-fatal-collision-in-orange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three suspects from L.A. County arrested for stealing LEGO sets from O.C. Target stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[Three suspects hit a brick wall after being arrested for allegedly stealing LEGOs across Target stores in Orange County, according to the Irvine Police Department. The trio is connected to at least five cases in Irvine, proving this wasn&rsquo;t just child&rsquo;s play, but more of a block-buster crime spree. Police investigators believe the suspects were building their operation piece by&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-from-la-county-arrested-for-stealing-lego-sets-from-oc-target-stores/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 22:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-from-la-county-arrested-for-stealing-lego-sets-from-oc-target-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police in north O.C. provided assistance as ICE agents pursued an armed suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[At approximately 6:44 a.m. this morning, Fullerton Police Communications received a call from a reporting party who heard multiple sirens and believed officers were in pursuit of a vehicle in the 1500 block of S. Highland Ave. The caller also reported seeing a male subject, whom the caller described as a male Hispanic, wearing a white shirt armed with a handgun, jumping fences in the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-in-north-oc-provided-assistance-as-ice-agents-pursued-an-armed-suspect/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 20:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-in-north-oc-provided-assistance-as-ice-agents-pursued-an-armed-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stolen motorcycle ends in jail for suspect in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuesday morning, what started as a routine proactive patrol turned into a not-so-routine discovery for one unlucky motorcyclist, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. During a consensual encounter, a police officer learned the rider was on Post-Release Community Supervision and noticed several issues with the motorcycle, including a damaged ignition, an obliterated VIN&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/stolen-motorcycle-ends-in-jail-for-suspect-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/stolen-motorcycle-ends-in-jail-for-suspect-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Johnathan Hernandez has apparently dropped his campaign for the 68th State Assembly District]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana City Councilman Johnathan Ryan Hernandez has apparently quit his campaign for the 68th State Assembly District. Hernandez&rsquo; campaign website currently says it is expired. His Assembly campaign was never going to pan out well as he was runing against two other Santa Ana City Council Members &ndash; David Penaloza and Jessie Lopez. Lopez and Hernandez both belong to the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/johnathan-hernandez-has-apparently-dropped-his-campaign-for-the-68th-state-assembly-district/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/johnathan-hernandez-has-apparently-dropped-his-campaign-for-the-68th-state-assembly-district/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A teenage girl went missing last night in Westminster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Carolina Aguilar, a 16 year old, was reported missing last night after leaving her residence in the area of Brookhurst and Bolsa and not returning home, according to the Westminster Police Department. If you have seen her or have any information on her current whereabouts please reach out to WPD dispatch at 714-898-3315 or Detective Bell at jbell@westminster-ca.gov or 714-548-3724.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-teenage-girl-went-missing-last-night-in-westminster/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 17:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-teenage-girl-went-missing-last-night-in-westminster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Coastal O.C. homeowner arrested after fatally shooting a man from Long Beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 1-18-26 at approximately 11:30 pm, police dispatch received a call of shots fired at a residence in the 4500 block of Scenario Drive, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD). Upon arrival, patrol officers located an adult male victim with gunshot wounds. He was immediately transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. The suspect was contacted and detained.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/coastal-oc-homeowner-arrested-after-fatally-shooting-a-man-from-long-beach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/coastal-oc-homeowner-arrested-after-fatally-shooting-a-man-from-long-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A motorcyclist died after a collision in coastal Orange County on Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, January 18, 2026, at approximately 1:11 p.m., police officers responded to a traffic collision at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and 11th St. involving a grey Land Rover LR3 and a red Harley Davidson motorcycle, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD). Upon arrival, the police officers located the rider of the Harley Davidson, a 21-year-old male&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-motorcyclist-died-after-a-collision-in-coastal-orange-county-on-sunday/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 00:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-motorcyclist-died-after-a-collision-in-coastal-orange-county-on-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. doctor accused of selling painkillers ends up getting only 6 months in prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dr. Jeffrey Olsen, a 65-year-old Newport Beach doctor who was acquitted of distributing painkillers and Xanax, was sentenced intead on Friday to six months in federal prison for lying in a Drug Enforcement Administration registration application. U.S. District Judge John W. Holcomb also placed Olsen on three years of supervised release. Olsen has until March 20 to report to federal prison.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-doctor-accused-of-selling-painkillers-ends-up-getting-only-6-months-in-prison/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 02:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-doctor-accused-of-selling-painkillers-ends-up-getting-only-6-months-in-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed man arrested and over $72K worth of Fentanyl seized by the SAPD]]></title><description><![CDATA[Directed Patrol Officers observed a subject engaged in suspected narcotics sales near the Royal Grand Inn, 1519 E. 1st St., according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD). The subject fled on foot and was apprehended after a brief pursuit, during which a satchel was discarded and recovered. The satchel contained approximately 72 grams of suspected fentanyl and $2,000 in U.S.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-man-arrested-and-over-72k-worth-of-fentanyl-seized-by-the-sapd/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-man-arrested-and-over-72k-worth-of-fentanyl-seized-by-the-sapd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Activist blinded in left eye by projectile while protesting ICE in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kaden Rummler is a 21-year-old college student and left-wing activist living in Southern California was apparently permanently blinded in his left eye by a projectile fired by a federal agent during a protest in Santa Ana on January 9, 2026. In a statement to The Times, regarding the incident in Santa Ana, DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said that a &ldquo;mob of approximately 60&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/activist-blinded-in-left-eye-by-projectile-while-protesting-ice-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/activist-blinded-in-left-eye-by-projectile-while-protesting-ice-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim man charged with making bomb threats against V.P. Vance and Disneyland]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 16, 2026, federal prosecutors announced charges against Marco Antonio Aguayo, a 22-year-old man from Anaheim, California, for allegedly making bomb threats against Disneyland during a visit by Vice President J.D. Vance. According to the federal complaint, Aguayo posted threatening messages on Disneyland&rsquo;s official Instagram page on July 12, 2025, claiming that pipe bombs had been&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-charged-with-making-bomb-threats-against-vp-vance-and-disneyland/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-charged-with-making-bomb-threats-against-vp-vance-and-disneyland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CA sues to block Trump’s unlawful freeze of $10B in child care and family assistance funding]]></title><description><![CDATA[OAKLAND &mdash; California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced filing a motion for a preliminary injunction in an effort to continue blocking the Trump Administration from illegally freezing over $10 billion in federal funding for child care and family assistance programs, including an estimated $5 billion to California. Alongside the attorneys general of New York, Colorado, Illinois&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-sues-to-block-trumps-unlawful-freeze-of-10b-in-child-care-and-family-assistance-funding/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 19:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-sues-to-block-trumps-unlawful-freeze-of-10b-in-child-care-and-family-assistance-funding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A UPS driver helped save a 101-year-old woman from a kitchen fire in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Quick action by neighbors and a UPS driver saved a 101-year-old woman from a kitchen fire this afternoon in Santa Ana, according to the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). After neighbors saw smoke, they rushed to the woman&rsquo;s home, pounded on the door, and tried to help her exit safely. When she hesitated, they asked a nearby UPS driver for help, who picked her up and carried her to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-ups-driver-helped-save-a-101-year-old-woman-from-a-kitchen-fire-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-ups-driver-helped-save-a-101-year-old-woman-from-a-kitchen-fire-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Deputies busted illegal e-bike riders and impounded their vehicles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, Orange County Sheriff deputies conducted focused e-bike enforcement in response to multiple resident complaints about gas and electric mini bikes, often called pocket bikes, being ridden on city streets, according to Rancho Margarita Police services. Several riders were stopped and the illegal bikes were towed. These bikes do not belong on our roadways and pose real safety&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-busted-illegal-e-bike-riders-and-impounded-their-vehicles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-busted-illegal-e-bike-riders-and-impounded-their-vehicles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge rules that the Feds cannot get their hands on California’s voter data]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &mdash; A federal judge dismissed the US Department of Justice&rsquo;s (DOJ) lawsuit against the State of California in United States v. Weber, in which the DOJ sought to compel the state to turn over its full, unredacted statewide voter registration list&mdash;including voters&rsquo; sensitive personal data&mdash;to the federal government. The lawsuit was part of a broader series of actions by the DOJ seeking&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/judge-rules-that-the-feds-cannot-get-their-hands-on-californias-voter-data/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/judge-rules-that-the-feds-cannot-get-their-hands-on-californias-voter-data/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana woman arrested after stealing lighters and Nerds from an Irvine Wal Mart]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, police officers were called to Walmart to investigate a woman who was concealing items in her backpack, according to the Irvine Police Department. The arriving police officers detained the suspect as she tried to leave with stolen lighters and Nerd candy. While searching her backpack, officers found illegal drugs inside. Maria Carmen Penaflor, 61, of Santa Ana&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-woman-arrested-after-stealing-lighters-and-nerds-from-an-irvine-wal-mart/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-woman-arrested-after-stealing-lighters-and-nerds-from-an-irvine-wal-mart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police will conduct a DUI and CDL Checkpoint on Saturday night, 1/17]]></title><description><![CDATA[(January 15, 2026) On Saturday, January 17, 2026, the Santa Ana Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) and driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint. The checkpoint will begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the City of Santa Ana. DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data identifying areas with a history of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-saturday-night-117/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 17:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-saturday-night-117/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for a hit and run driver in a red Mazda 5]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD) is asking for the public&rsquo;s help identifying a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run that occurred on January 6, 2026, at approximately 4:37 PM at Grand Avenue and E. 21st Street. The victim was struck by a red Mazda 5 (license plate 5TLF702) that fled the scene. Surveillance video was captured from the victim&rsquo;s vehicle. If you recognize this&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-hit-and-run-driver-in-a-red-mazda-5/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-hit-and-run-driver-in-a-red-mazda-5/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CHP will conduct a DUI checkpoint in the Tustin area on Friday, Jan. 16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. &mdash; The California Highway Patrol (CHP), Santa Ana Area, has announced a sobriety checkpoint to be conducted on Friday, January 16, 2026, at an undisclosed location within an unincorporated community in Tustin. The checkpoint aims to identify and remove impaired drivers from the road, ensuring the safety of all motorists. CHP emphasizes that impaired driving continues to be a&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-chp-will-conduct-a-dui-checkpoint-in-the-tustin-area-on-friday-jan-16/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 16:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-chp-will-conduct-a-dui-checkpoint-in-the-tustin-area-on-friday-jan-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Long Beach man convict arrested again for trafficking a teenager in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Michael Terrell Armstrong, a 33-year-old Long Beach man with a prior conviction for kidnapping, has been charged with multiple s*x trafficking felonies after he was arrested by the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force (OCHTTF) at an Anaheim motel with a teenage girl he was selling for s*x. On January 8, 2026, OCHTTF Investigators received a tip from the National&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/long-beach-man-convict-arrested-again-for-trafficking-a-teenager-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 18:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/long-beach-man-convict-arrested-again-for-trafficking-a-teenager-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A transient in Santa Ana was arrested for assaulting a woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[On December 31, 2025, Santa Ana Area CHP units received a call of a female pedestrian waving down traffic on I-5 northbound near 17th Street in the city of Santa Ana. After CHP officers contacted the pedestrian, it was determined she was a victim of a s*xual assault. Members of the Santa Ana Area&rsquo;s Special Enforcement Team (S.E.T.) immediately began conducting investigative follow&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-transient-in-santa-ana-was-arrested-for-assaulting-a-woman/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-transient-in-santa-ana-was-arrested-for-assaulting-a-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supervisor Chaffee re-elected Chair of the O.C. Board of Supervisors]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. (January 13, 2026) &ndash; Supervisor Doug Chaffee, Fourth District, has been chosen by his Board colleagues to serve as Chair of the Orange County Board of Supervisors for 2026. Supervisor Katrina Foley, Fifth District, to serve as the Board&rsquo;s Vice Chair. Chair Doug Chaffee represents the residents of the Fourth District which includes the cities of Anaheim (portion of), Brea&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/supervisor-chaffee-re-elected-chair-of-the-oc-board-of-supervisors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 17:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/supervisor-chaffee-re-elected-chair-of-the-oc-board-of-supervisors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after stealing a wallet from a locker at the Great Park Ice]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Tuesday, during a hockey game at Great Park Ice, wallets and personal items were stolen from a locker room, according to the Irvine Police Department. The stolen credit cards were later used at nearby stores. Thanks to teamwork with the Real Time Crime Center, the police officers identified the suspect&rsquo;s vehicle. Detectives later arrested Blake Andrew Nichols, 37&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-after-stealing-a-wallet-from-a-locker-at-the-great-park-ice/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 02:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-after-stealing-a-wallet-from-a-locker-at-the-great-park-ice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[13 transients were arrested after a police sweep in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier today, police officers, working alongside the Anaheim HALO team, conducted directed enforcement and engagement focused on ongoing quality-of-life concerns in our community, according to the Anaheim Police Department. During this effort, the police officers made contact with 21 unhoused individuals. Thirteen of the transients were arrested for various offenses.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/13-transients-were-arrested-after-a-police-sweep-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 01:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/13-transients-were-arrested-after-a-police-sweep-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two women were arrested for driving under the influence of nitrous oxide in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, police officers responded to a call about a suspicious occupied vehicle and found a woman huffing nitrous oxide inside, with multiple canisters in plain view, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. The woman was arrested and taken to the HBPD Jail. Less than an hour later, during a separate traffic stop for a vehicle code violation&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-women-were-arrested-for-driving-under-the-influence-of-nitrous-oxide-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-women-were-arrested-for-driving-under-the-influence-of-nitrous-oxide-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pres. Trump to cut all funding to sanctuary states and cities, including Santa Ana, by Feb. 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 13, 2026, President Trump announced during a speech at the Detroit Economic Club in Michigan that his administration will cease all federal payments to &ldquo;sanctuary&rdquo; cities and states containing them, effective February 1, 2026. Legal experts and current court rulings suggest that challenges to the administration&rsquo;s funding freeze may prevail in lower courts&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pres-trump-to-cut-all-funding-to-sanctuary-states-and-cities-including-santa-ana-by-feb-1/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pres-trump-to-cut-all-funding-to-sanctuary-states-and-cities-including-santa-ana-by-feb-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Commercial burglars busted after a pursuit by the CHP and two O.C. police departments]]></title><description><![CDATA[A commercial burglary occurred early on a rainy morning. Costa Mesa police officers responded immediately to the burglary in progress after it was reported that a truck had rammed the gate and door of a building on Toronto Way, causing extensive damage. Several vehicles, including a white Ford Explorer, were seen loading boxes of merchandise from the business.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/commercial-burglars-busted-after-a-pursuit-by-the-chp-and-two-oc-police-departments/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 21:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/commercial-burglars-busted-after-a-pursuit-by-the-chp-and-two-oc-police-departments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana’s free Tết Lunar New Year Festival set for February 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; In honor of Santa Ana&rsquo;s vibrant Asian and Vietnamese heritage, the City of Santa Ana invites the community to ring in the Year of the Horse at the third annual T&#7871;t Lunar New Year Festival! This free, family-friendly celebration takes place on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Centennial Park (3000 W. Edinger Ave.), featuring cultural performances&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-anas-free-tt-lunar-new-year-festival-set-for-february-7/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-anas-free-tt-lunar-new-year-festival-set-for-february-7/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[No street sweeping or city services in Santa Ana on MLK Day, Jan. 19]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Monday, Jan. 19, 2026, the City of Santa Ana will celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day to honor this iconic leader of the Civil Rights Movement. In observance of the federal holiday, Santa Ana City Hall, libraries, senior centers, community centers and the Santa Ana Work Center will be closed. There will be no street sweeping, but trash and recycling will be collected as scheduled.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/no-street-sweeping-or-city-services-in-santa-ana-on-mlk-day-jan-19/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/no-street-sweeping-or-city-services-in-santa-ana-on-mlk-day-jan-19/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[California Credit Union Foundation offering scholarships to O.C. students]]></title><description><![CDATA[Glendale, CA &ndash; January 6, 2026 &ndash; California Credit Union Foundation is encouraging college-bound students in Orange County to apply for its 2026 Student Scholarship Program. Through the program, the Foundation awards $20,000 in scholarships annually to recognize local students who demonstrate academic achievement and are actively involved in their schools and communities.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/california-credit-union-foundation-offering-scholarships-to-oc-students/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/california-credit-union-foundation-offering-scholarships-to-oc-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine attorney gets only one year in jail after a fatal DUI crash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lotfullah Sohaib Latif, a 34-year-old lawyer and Irvine resident, was sentenced on Friday, Jan. 9 to one year in jail and ordered to perform 200 hours of community service for a DUI crash that killed a United States Postal Service driver in Garden Grove. Latif was convicted on October 21, 2025 of one felony count of gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, one felony count of driving&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-attorney-gets-only-one-year-in-jail-after-a-fatal-dui-crash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 20:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-attorney-gets-only-one-year-in-jail-after-a-fatal-dui-crash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A DUI driver was arrested after doing spinouts at the Irvine Spectrum]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday morning, a 22-year-old from Orange decided to spin her car around, like a pinwheel on a windy day, on top of one of the Spectrum parking structures, according to the Irvine Police Department. Working with Spectrum Security and IPD dispatchers, a police officer quickly located the driver and took her into custody. In addition to DUI charges, the driver may be charged with&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-doing-spinouts-at-the-irvine-spectrum/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 18:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-doing-spinouts-at-the-irvine-spectrum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three suspects were arrested after burglarizing a home under construction in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 4, 2026, the Newport Beach Police Department received a call for suspicious activity at a home under construction in the Harbor Ridge area. The NBPD&rsquo;s Drone 1 arrived on the scene first and observed three male suspects inside the residence. Police officers arrived shortly after and located three suspects inside the secured property. The individuals exited the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-were-arrested-after-burglarizing-a-home-under-construction-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-suspects-were-arrested-after-burglarizing-a-home-under-construction-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A hit and run driver killed a woman in a wheelchair but then cooperated with the SAPD]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 9, 2026, at approximately 6:33 p.m., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple calls regarding a traffic collision in the 600 block of N. Grand Avenue. Officers, along with Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), responded to the scene and located the 55-year-old woman from Santa Ana, lying in the roadway with significant injuries. OCFA transported her to a local hospital&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-hit-and-run-driver-killed-a-woman-in-a-wheelchair-but-then-cooperated-with-the-sapd/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 17:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-hit-and-run-driver-killed-a-woman-in-a-wheelchair-but-then-cooperated-with-the-sapd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Governor Newsom again fails to fund voter-approved Prop. 36]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joint Statement from California District Attorneys Association, California State Sheriffs&rsquo; Association &amp; Chief Probation Officers of California. The proposed 2026-2027 state budget presented by Governor Gavin Newsom has once again failed to allocate necessary funding for the implementation of Proposition 36, according to a joint statement from key California justice system associations.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/governornewsom-again-fails-to-fundvoter-approvedprop-36/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 00:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/governornewsom-again-fails-to-fundvoter-approvedprop-36/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A juvenile’s e-motorcycle was seized after a high-speed pursuit by the Irvine Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[During a High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) operation near the Crossroads Shopping Center, a motor sergeant observed a 14-year-old riding an illegal Surron e-motorcycle wearing a standard bike helmet. When a stop was attempted, the rider fled at a high rate of speed, according to the Irvine Police Department. With the assistance of one of the IPD remote drones, the juvenile was safely&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-juveniles-e-motorcycle-was-seized-after-a-high-speed-pursuit-by-the-irvine-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 23:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-juveniles-e-motorcycle-was-seized-after-a-high-speed-pursuit-by-the-irvine-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man extradited from Mexico to face charges of killing his ex’s new boyfriend in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Humberto Rodriguez Martinez, a 39-year-old man wanted for murder who has been on the run for the last eight years, has been extradited from Mexico back to the United States to face special circumstances murder charges for stabbing his ex-girlfriend&rsquo;s new boyfriend to death after waiting for him to leave the woman&rsquo;s Anaheim apartment in 2017, according to the Orange County&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-extradited-from-mexico-to-face-charges-of-killing-his-exs-new-boyfriend-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-extradited-from-mexico-to-face-charges-of-killing-his-exs-new-boyfriend-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Getaway driver for several robberies of smoke and doughnut shops in LA and OC pleads guilty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abigail Luckey, a 50-year-old resident of North Hollywood finally ran out of luck as she pleaded guilty on Thursday, Jan. 8, to federal charges after allegations that she was the getaway driver in several robberies of smoke shops, doughnut shops and convenience stores in Los Angeles and Orange counties two years ago. Luckey accepted a plea of to two counts of interference with commerce by&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/getaway-driver-for-several-robberies-of-smoke-and-doughnut-shops-in-la-and-oc-pleads-guilty/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 20:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/getaway-driver-for-several-robberies-of-smoke-and-doughnut-shops-in-la-and-oc-pleads-guilty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is trying to identify a hit and run driver who seriously injured a pedestrian]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 1, 2026, at approximately 1:20 a.m., a suspect vehicle was traveling southbound on S. Flower Street at W. St. Gertrude Place when it failed to stop at a posted stop sign and struck a pedestrian who was crossing within a crosswalk, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD). The suspect vehicle fled the scene, and the pedestrian was located by officers with significant&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-hit-and-run-driver-who-seriously-injured-a-pedestrian/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 17:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-hit-and-run-driver-who-seriously-injured-a-pedestrian/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Buena Park man arrested on a homicide charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buena Park, Calif. &ndash; On December 29th, 2025, at 9:40 PM, Buena Park police officers were dispatched to the area of La Palma Avenue and Western Avenue in reference to a male subject needing medical attention after being assaulted by an unknown subject. Upon arrival, officers located a male victim (29-year-old; Elton Harrell), who was down and in need of medical attention.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/buena-park-man-arrested-on-a-homicide-charge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/buena-park-man-arrested-on-a-homicide-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police arrested a drug dealer who had a warrant and was on probation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, the Irvine Police Department&rsquo;s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) conducted surveillance on James Carton, 23, who had an outstanding warrant and was on probation for drug sales. SIU located him near 18th Street and Santa Ana Avenue in Costa Mesa. Carton was arrested, and during a search of his vehicle, officers discovered suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-a-drug-dealer-who-had-a-warrant-and-was-on-probation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 01:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-a-drug-dealer-who-had-a-warrant-and-was-on-probation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man carrying an air rifle near a Catholic school in Orange County was arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 8, 2026, at approximately 10:23 a.m., Cypress Police responded to a report of a male possibly carrying a rifle near the 9100 block of Evergreen Avenue, last seen entering St. Irenaeus Catholic Church and School. Cypress Officers along with surrounding agencies immediately secured the property and placed the school on lockdown. The individual was contacted without incident&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-carrying-an-air-rifle-near-a-catholic-school-in-orange-county-was-arrested/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-carrying-an-air-rifle-near-a-catholic-school-in-orange-county-was-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man with restraining order arrested for murder in Garden Grove]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, 1/7/2026 just before 8 p.m., the Garden Grove Police Department&rsquo;s dispatch received a call from the Santa Ana Police Department to check the welfare of a female at an address in Garden Grove. GGPD dispatch was told the female did not show up for work and the Santa Ana PD was conducting an investigation into a possible missing person. Within minutes after Santa Ana PD called&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-with-restraining-order-arrested-for-murder-in-garden-grove/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-with-restraining-order-arrested-for-murder-in-garden-grove/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police are trying to identify a man who stole caviar from a Whole Foods store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last month, a male suspect entered the Whole Foods in Irvine, selected several items to appear as part of a typical shopping trip, then concealed about $1,700 worth of caviar inside a paper Whole Foods bag that he had brought with him. The man then ditched the basket and exited the store with the caviar instead. The suspect resembles a less attractive version of the actor Jason&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-man-who-stole-caviar-from-a-whole-foods-store/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 20:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-man-who-stole-caviar-from-a-whole-foods-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. firefighters rescued three people after a fiery crash on the 405 Freeway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Westminster &ndash; At approximately 5:27 p.m. on Tuesday night, OCFA Engine 64 and Engine 65 responded to the southbound 405 Freeway just south of Bolsa Avenue for a traffic collision with fire, according to the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). Once on scene, OCFA firefighter-paramedics simultaneously extinguished the vehicle fire and provided emergency medical care to the victims of the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-firefighters-rescued-three-people-after-a-fiery-crash-on-the-405-freeway/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-firefighters-rescued-three-people-after-a-fiery-crash-on-the-405-freeway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two armed gangbangers were arrested after a police pursuit in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrol officers were conducting proactive enforcement in the area of Standard Ave. and Edinger Ave. on Tuesday when they recognized two documented gang members in a vehicle, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD). When the police officers attempted a traffic stop, the driver, who had active arrest warrants, failed to yield, and a vehicle pursuit ensued.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-armed-gangbangers-were-arrested-after-a-police-pursuit-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 19:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-armed-gangbangers-were-arrested-after-a-police-pursuit-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three arrested after back-to-back traffic stops yield drugs and weapons in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two proactive traffic stops on Tuesday night resulted in three arrests, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. At approximately 11:00 p.m., an HBPD police officer conducted a traffic stop for vehicle code violations. During the investigation, the driver was found to be on probation and in possession of drug paraphernalia and suspected methamphetamine. The driver was taken into&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-arrested-after-back-to-back-traffic-stops-yield-drugs-and-weapons-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-arrested-after-back-to-back-traffic-stops-yield-drugs-and-weapons-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to avoid getting shot by ICE agents while protesting in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[For unknown reasons the City of Santa Ana opted to wade into the debate following the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. Here are excerpts from a statement released by the City of Santa Ana: The City of Santa Ana extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, who was shot and killed during an&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/how-to-avoid-getting-shot-by-ice-agents-while-protesting-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 18:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/how-to-avoid-getting-shot-by-ice-agents-while-protesting-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Male roommate arrested for assaulting a minor in Fountain Valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this month, police officers were notified of a s*xual battery that had occurred several days prior, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. The investigation revealed a minor female had been assaulted by an adult male roommate. After being confronted by the minor&rsquo;s parents, the male fled the residence. Several days later, officers and detectives were notified that the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/male-roommate-arrested-for-assaulting-a-minor-in-fountain-valley/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/male-roommate-arrested-for-assaulting-a-minor-in-fountain-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed wanted driver arrested after a high-risk traffic stop in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[During a high-risk traffic stop, police officers arrested an adult male driver with an outstanding felony warrant for assault with a deadly weapon, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. Officers also located an unserialized handgun concealed inside the vehicle. While the calendar may change, the HBPD&rsquo;s mission does not. The Huntington Beach Police Department remains&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-wanted-driver-arrested-after-a-high-risk-traffic-stop-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-wanted-driver-arrested-after-a-high-risk-traffic-stop-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two L.A. County men arrested for stealing luxury handbags in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early this morning, police officers responded to a burglary of a luxury handbag store in the area of Jamboree and Dupont, according to the Irvine Police Department. The building security alerted officers that two people were seen on surveillance entering the building. The officers searched the building while their partnersat the Costa Mesa Police Department provided support with&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-la-county-men-arrested-for-stealing-luxury-handbags-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-la-county-men-arrested-for-stealing-luxury-handbags-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police arrested a vandalism suspect after he barricaded himself at his home]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday morning, at approximately 7:30 a.m., police officers responded to the 700 block of Timberwood about vandalized vehicles, according to the Irvine Police Department. While the police officers were on scene, it was discovered that a nearby home window had been shot with bullets. It was believed that the incidents were related. When officers tried to contact the 47-year-old&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-a-vandalism-suspect-after-he-barricaded-himself-at-his-home/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-a-vandalism-suspect-after-he-barricaded-himself-at-his-home/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. firefighters rescued a man from cold, fast-moving water in Westminster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters responded yesterday afternoon to a man clinging to a section of a culvert in cold, fast-moving water in a storm channel at Bolsa Avenue and Goldenwest Street, according to the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA). The OCFA Emergency Command Center launched a swift water rescue response, including their helicopter and technical rescue crews.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-firefighters-rescued-a-man-from-cold-fast-moving-water-in-westminster/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-firefighters-rescued-a-man-from-cold-fast-moving-water-in-westminster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CA DMV messed up 325,000 California Real IDs and they are now void]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sacramento &mdash; Following a self-initiated, proactive review of its data systems, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) identified a fraction of REAL ID records that require updates to ensure continued compliance with federal REAL ID regulations. The DMV is informing affected individuals of the steps they need to take. Only customers who receive a notice &mdash; approximately 1.5%<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-ca-dmv-messed-up-325000-california-real-ids-and-they-are-now-void/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-ca-dmv-messed-up-325000-california-real-ids-and-they-are-now-void/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anti-police protest set for Jan. 11 at the Santa Ana Libromobile Bookstore]]></title><description><![CDATA[Community Service Organization Orange County (CSO OC) is conducting an anti-police protest on Sunday, January 11, at the Libromobile Bookstore located at 1150 S. Bristol St., in Santa Ana. CSO is upset about the deaths of Noe Rodriguez and Imanol Gonzalez and they are also aiming to defend the Santa Ana Police Oversight Commission. They are also asking residents to share their experience with&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anti-police-protest-set-for-jan-11-at-the-santa-ana-libromobile-bookstore/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anti-police-protest-set-for-jan-11-at-the-santa-ana-libromobile-bookstore/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Garden Grove police officer was hit by a car while chasing an armed suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, 1/4/26 at 12:05 a.m., police officers were in the area of Brookhurst St. and Stanford Ave. investigating an assault with a deadly weapon, according to the Garden Grove Police Department. The officers attempted to detain a male subject armed with a knife, who was involved in the altercation. The suspect ignored officers commands and a foot pursuit ensued.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-garden-grove-police-officer-was-hit-by-a-car-while-chasing-an-armed-suspect/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 07:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-garden-grove-police-officer-was-hit-by-a-car-while-chasing-an-armed-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two reckless drivers arrested and 10 citations handed out in Irvine police operation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, police officers conducted High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) in the west area of Irvine, centered around Gilette and Armstrong, to address complaints of reckless driving and loud exhaust, accordingto the Irvine Police Department. The police team made 23 stops, wrote 10 citations, gave 11 warnings, and arrested and released two drivers on misdemeanor traffic violations.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-reckless-drivers-arrested-and-10-citations-handed-out-in-irvine-police-operation/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 23:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-reckless-drivers-arrested-and-10-citations-handed-out-in-irvine-police-operation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A retail return fraud suspect was arrested in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[During the busy post-Christmas shopping season, a suspect attempted to defraud a local retail store by committing return fraud, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. What the male suspect didn&rsquo;t count on was HBPD&rsquo;s strong partnership with local businesses. Thanks to that teamwork, police officers were alerted and they responded quickly.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-retail-return-fraud-suspect-was-arrested-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 23:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-retail-return-fraud-suspect-was-arrested-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[GoFundMe launched to cover funeral costs for O.C. mother of two found in the Santa Ana River]]></title><description><![CDATA[OCFA firefighters responded on New Year&rsquo;s Day to a water rescue at the 2500 block of Harbor Boulevard, near the Costa Mesa Country Club, at around noon. The victim, a woman, could be heard yelling for help, but rescuers got to her too late. Her body was hoisted out by the rescue team in the Fountain Valley area, about two miles downriver from the location of the initial call&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gofundme-launched-to-cover-funeral-costs-for-oc-mother-of-two-found-in-the-santa-ana-river/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 08:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/gofundme-launched-to-cover-funeral-costs-for-oc-mother-of-two-found-in-the-santa-ana-river/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police are trying to identify a pair that used a credit card stolen from a vehicle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last month, a theft from a vehicle occurred on White Road, according to the Irvine Police Department. The suspects were later videotaped by surveillance cameras using stolen credit cards to purchase items at a store. The suspects are a man and a woman. The IPD released pictures of them. The woman was standing near glass doors on a tiled floor and appeared to be inside a retail&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-pair-that-used-a-credit-card-stolen-from-a-vehicle/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 08:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-pair-that-used-a-credit-card-stolen-from-a-vehicle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two serial theft suspects were arrested after shoplifting at a Target in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Sunday, police fficers investigated shoplifters at Target on Barranca, according to the Irvine Police Department. Loss prevention watched on camera as two people worked together to conceal items. They were recognized from previous thefts at multiple Target locations throughout Orange County. New Year&rsquo;s resolution &ndash; Don&rsquo;t commit crime in Irvine.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-serial-theft-suspects-were-arrested-after-shoplifting-at-a-target-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 04:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-serial-theft-suspects-were-arrested-after-shoplifting-at-a-target-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police responded to 8 DUI incidents in coastal O.C. last weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend (Friday through Sunday), police officers responded to eight DUI-related calls for service, some involving traffic collisions and drivers falling asleep behind the steering wheel, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. Driving under the influence is never worth the risk. Impairment isn&rsquo;t limited to alcohol; drugs, including prescription medications&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-responded-to-8-dui-incidents-in-coastal-oc-last-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 03:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-responded-to-8-dui-incidents-in-coastal-oc-last-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A victim died after being assaulted in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On December 29th, 2025, at 9:40 PM, police officers were dispatched to the area of La Palma Avenue and Western Avenue in reference to a male subject needing medical attention after being assaulted by an unknown subject, according to the Buena Park Police Department. Upon the officers arrival, they located a male victim who was down and in need of medical attention.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-victim-died-after-being-assaulted-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 03:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-victim-died-after-being-assaulted-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Riverside County woman arrested for burglarizing a garage in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, a suspect walked into an open garage on Sandpiper and treated it like a garage sale, according to the Irvine Police Department. The resident encountered a female suspect walking out of his garage with an armload of stolen property. The suspect fled, but you know how this ends. After a quick game of hide and seek, where the police officers clearly had the home team&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-county-woman-arrested-for-burglarizing-a-garage-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 23:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-county-woman-arrested-for-burglarizing-a-garage-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medi-Cal asset limits and full-scope enrollment freeze to take effect Jan. 1, 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County, Calif. (December 30, 2025) &mdash; Effective January 1, 2026, two changes to Medi-Cal eligibility rules will take effect: The changes are the first of several to impact Medi-Cal and CalFresh over the next few years as a result of the state&rsquo;s budget bill passed in June 2025 and the federal government&rsquo;s H.R. 1, known as the One Big Beautiful Bill, signed into law in July 2025.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/medi-cal-asset-limits-and-full-scope-enrollment-freeze-to-take-effect-jan-1-2026/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 21:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/medi-cal-asset-limits-and-full-scope-enrollment-freeze-to-take-effect-jan-1-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. woman arrested for violent robbery of a senior outside a supermarket]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday night, a 74-year-old woman was pushed to the ground, and the suspect violently took the woman&rsquo;s purse from her in the Grocery Outlet parking lot, according to the Irvine Police Department. A woman who saw what happened chased after the suspect and, after a brief struggle, was able to get the victim&rsquo;s purse back. IPD officers rapidly responded to the area, and with the help of&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-woman-arrested-for-violent-robbery-of-a-senior-outside-a-supermarket/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 08:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-woman-arrested-for-violent-robbery-of-a-senior-outside-a-supermarket/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three claims announced over fatal Dec. 6 Anaheim Police shooting and use of force]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of teenager Alberto Arzola, who Anaheim police officers shot in the back on the front steps of his home, will speak at a press conference on Tuesday, Dec. 30, and announce the filing of a claim against the city. This is the first step in filing a civil rights lawsuit over the Dec. 6 police shooting. Two other claims are also being filed in connection to the unjustified&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-claims-announced-over-fatal-dec-6-anaheim-police-shooting-and-use-of-force/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 07:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-claims-announced-over-fatal-dec-6-anaheim-police-shooting-and-use-of-force/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Celebrate National Bacon Day on Dec. 30 with a one cent burger at Wendy’s]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wendy&rsquo;s is selling its Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger for one cent on Tuesday, December 30. This offer is available at participating locations, including those in Southern California, in celebration of National Bacon Day. To take advantage of the 1-cent cheeseburger offer, you must redeem it through the official Wendy&rsquo;s app. Beyond the one-cent burger on December 30&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/celebrate-national-bacon-day-on-dec-30-with-a-one-cent-burger-at-wendys/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 02:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/celebrate-national-bacon-day-on-dec-30-with-a-one-cent-burger-at-wendys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burglary suspects arrested after a traffic stop in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Even during the holidays, criminals don&rsquo;t take a break; unfortunately for them, neither do the police in Huntington Beach. Early yesterday morning, an observant resident spotted suspects burglarizing a storage trailer and did exactly the right thing by calling it in to the HBPD. Thanks to the quick tip and a good vehicle description, an officer on patrol located the suspects&rsquo; vehicle as&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/burglary-suspects-arrested-after-a-traffic-stop-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 23:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/burglary-suspects-arrested-after-a-traffic-stop-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Major Medi-Cal changes coming in the New Year]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE, Calif. (December 29, 2025) &mdash; With major changes coming to Medi-Cal starting January 1, 2026, CalOptima Health is urging Orange County residents to learn about how they may be impacted, and encouraging all who are currently eligible but not yet enrolled to apply before the new year. Among the changes are updated eligibility requirements, reinstatement of asset limits for a relatively small&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/major-medi-cal-changes-coming-in-the-new-year/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 22:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/major-medi-cal-changes-coming-in-the-new-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man arrested for public intoxication died at a north O.C. police jail]]></title><description><![CDATA[On December 28, 2025, at approximately 10:48 PM, a police officer noticed an adult male slumped against a light pole at the intersection of S. Euclid St. and W. Orangethorpe Ave., according to the Fullerton Police Department. The officer contacted the male and subsequently placed him under arrest for public intoxication. The male was cooperative, and he was transported to the Fullerton City&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-arrested-for-public-intoxication-died-at-a-north-oc-police-jail/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 21:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-arrested-for-public-intoxication-died-at-a-north-oc-police-jail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Orangewood Foundation provided over five thousand holiday gifts to OC youth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orangewood Foundation (Orangewood) recently transformed its Santa Ana campus into a festive Winter Wonderland, welcoming over 500 youth, families, donors, and volunteers for a holiday celebration designed to spark joy and belonging for young people who might otherwise spend the holiday season alone. The event featured holiday games, hot cocoa stations, photos with Santa, gift-wrapping&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orangewood-foundation-provided-over-five-thousand-holiday-gifts-to-oc-youth/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orangewood-foundation-provided-over-five-thousand-holiday-gifts-to-oc-youth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The top new laws in California that will affect you, starting on Jan. 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[As California enters 2026, hundreds of new laws are taking effect on January 1, bringing significant changes to everything from grocery shopping and food delivery to workplace rights and healthcare costs. Here are the 12 most impactful new laws and how they will affect your daily life: 1. Total Ban on Plastic Shopping Bags (SB 1053) The previous &ldquo;loophole&rdquo; that allowed stores to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-top-new-laws-in-california-that-will-affect-you-starting-on-jan-1/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-top-new-laws-in-california-that-will-affect-you-starting-on-jan-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North O.C. hit-and-run victim dies on Christmas; police search for suspect vehicle]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Fullerton Police Department is providing an update regarding a hit-and-run traffic collision involving a pedestrian that occurred on Saturday, December 20, 2025. The adult male pedestrian who was critically injured in the collision has succumbed to his injuries. He was pronounced deceased on Christmas morning, Thursday, December 25, 2025. As previously reported, on December 20, 2025&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/north-oc-hit-and-run-victim-dies-on-christmas-police-search-for-suspect-vehicle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/north-oc-hit-and-run-victim-dies-on-christmas-police-search-for-suspect-vehicle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The cost of grandstanding: Sarmiento opts for expensive oil imports over struggling residents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Supervisors Vicente Sarmiento and Katrina Foley recently voted to oppose expanded offshore drilling in Orange County. While this may sound like a win for environmentalists, it will be yet another blow to the hard-working families of Orange County. While Supervisor Foley speaks of &ldquo;pristine coastlines,&rdquo; she ignores the harsh economic reality facing her colleague Supervisor Vicente&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-cost-of-grandstanding-sarmiento-opts-for-expensive-oil-imports-over-struggling-residents/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 21:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-cost-of-grandstanding-sarmiento-opts-for-expensive-oil-imports-over-struggling-residents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Arson suspect arrested after starting a brush fire in Fountain Valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier today, a passerby reported a subject actively lighting a brush fire, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. Police officers responded immediately and located the suspect in the area of Talbert and Ward. The male suspect attempted to flee but he was quickly apprehended without incident. Even with recent rainfall, brush fires can spread rapidly and pose a&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/arson-suspect-arrested-after-starting-a-brush-fire-in-fountain-valley/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 21:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/arson-suspect-arrested-after-starting-a-brush-fire-in-fountain-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. deputies find meth and PCP hidden in a lemonade can; driver arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[At 10:40 p.m. on Thursday, North Orange County Special Enforcement Team (SET) deputies conducted a traffic stop that led to a surprising discovery. Hidden inside the driver&rsquo;s vehicle was a Country Time lemonade can with a false bottom, concealing approximately 75 grams of methamphetamine, 5 grams of PCP, and a meth pipe. Not the smartest DIY operation&mdash;it ended with the driver booked in&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-find-meth-and-pcp-hidden-in-a-lemonade-can-driver-arrested/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 20:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-find-meth-and-pcp-hidden-in-a-lemonade-can-driver-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police searching for a hit and run driver who critically injured a pedestrian in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, December 20, 2025, at approximately 10:23 p.m., Fullerton Police Officers were dispatched to the area of South Gilbert Street and Carol Drive regarding a reported traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male pedestrian lying in the roadway with traumatic head injuries. The Fullerton Fire Department responded to the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-searching-for-a-hit-and-run-driver-who-critically-injured-a-pedestrian-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-searching-for-a-hit-and-run-driver-who-critically-injured-a-pedestrian-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Significant drug and ammo seized during an O.C. traffic stop on Christmas Eve]]></title><description><![CDATA[STANTON, CA &mdash; What began as a routine traffic stop on December 24, 2025, at the intersection of Beach Boulevard and Katella Avenue escalated into a major narcotics and ammunition recovery by the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department (OCSD). While patrolling the area, Stanton Specialized Enforcement Team (SET) deputies conducted a stop that led to a critical discovery. After confirming the driver&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/significant-drug-and-ammo-seized-during-an-oc-traffic-stop-on-christmas-eve/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/significant-drug-and-ammo-seized-during-an-oc-traffic-stop-on-christmas-eve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An armed robbery suspect was arrested on gun and drug charges by O.C. deputies]]></title><description><![CDATA[Deputies responded to a robbery call in the area of 12860 Beach Boulevard, according to the Orange County Sheriff. Upon arrival, several individuals matching the subject&rsquo;s description were detained. During the investigation, deputies located a loaded firearm and illegal narcotics on one individual&rsquo;s person. Further investigation determined no robbery had occurred. One subject was later&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-robbery-suspect-was-arrested-on-gun-and-drug-charges-by-oc-deputies/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-robbery-suspect-was-arrested-on-gun-and-drug-charges-by-oc-deputies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[57 criminal cases unraveled because of the OCDA’s snitching program; DOJ probe ends]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) investigation into the use of custodial informants, an investigation which the federal government launched in 2016 under then-District Attorney Tony Rackauckas. Upon being sworn in as the Orange County District Attorney in January&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/57-criminal-cases-unraveled-because-of-the-ocdas-snitching-program-doj-probe-ends/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/57-criminal-cases-unraveled-because-of-the-ocdas-snitching-program-doj-probe-ends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man charged for biting officer, firing weapon at Fountain Valley Police Station]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA &ndash; A 29-year-old man on probation for resisting a police officer has been charged with multiple felonies after he grabbed a Fountain Valley police officer&rsquo;s gun, fired a round, and bit a police sergeant as officers were trying to arrest him for refusing to obey repeated orders to leave the Fountain Valley Police Department&rsquo;s lobby last week. No one was injured by the gunfire.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-charged-for-biting-officer-firing-weapon-at-fountain-valley-police-station/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 19:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-charged-for-biting-officer-firing-weapon-at-fountain-valley-police-station/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ OCTA offers free New Year’s Eve bus rides]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE &ndash;The Orange County Transportation Authority will provide free bus rides from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31 to 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 1, giving passengers a safe and convenient way to travel to New Years Eve events across Orange County. Free rides require no special pass &ndash; riders can simply board any OC Bus to reach popular destinations, including Downtown Fullerton&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/octa-offers-free-new-years-eve-bus-rides/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 18:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/octa-offers-free-new-years-eve-bus-rides/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. gymnastics/parkour coach arrested for inappropriate relationship with a minor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yorba Linda, Calif. On Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2025, Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department Special Victims Detail (SVD) investigators arrested Jacob Alexander Demmin, 25, of Yorba Linda, following allegations he groomed and had an inappropriate s*xual relationship with a minor female. In Dec. 2025, Special Victims Detail (SVD) investigators were contacted by the victim after she learned that Demmin&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-gymnasticsparkour-coach-arrested-for-inappropriate-relationship-with-a-minor/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-gymnasticsparkour-coach-arrested-for-inappropriate-relationship-with-a-minor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mandatory Evacuation Order issued for Trabuco Creek, Bell Canyon and Hot Springs Canyon near Airport Fire Burn Scar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. (December 23, 2025) &ndash; Effective Wednesday, December 24 at 8 a.m., an Evacuation Order (Mandatory) will be issued for areas in Trabuco Creek including the RC Airport, fire station, campground/park and school, Bell Canyon including Starr Ranch and Hot Springs Canyon including Lazy-W Ranch due to possible debris flows along or near the Airport Fire burn scar. A map with detailed&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/mandatory-evacuationorder-issued-for-trabuco-creek-bell-canyon-and-hot-springs-canyon-near-airport-fire-burn-scar/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 21:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/mandatory-evacuationorder-issued-for-trabuco-creek-bell-canyon-and-hot-springs-canyon-near-airport-fire-burn-scar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana Street Sweeping canceled from Dec. 24-26 and Jan. 1; free sandbags available]]></title><description><![CDATA[Street sweeping in Santa Ana is canceled on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, due to forecast rain. Trash service will continue as scheduled. There is no street sweeping on December 25, December 26 and January 1 in observance of the holidays. The City of Santa Ana is offering free sandbags to residents and businesses at the City Corporate Yard. Up to 10 sandbags are available per&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-sweeping-canceled-from-dec-24-26-and-jan-1-free-sandbags-available/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 21:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-sweeping-canceled-from-dec-24-26-and-jan-1-free-sandbags-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police seek public’s help identifying hit-and-run driver in serious Irvine collision]]></title><description><![CDATA[On December 21, around 9:45 p.m., a man around 30 years old was walking across the intersection of Irvine Center Drive and Spectrum when he was hit by a vehicle, according to the Irvine Police Department. The driver fled the scene, and the man suffered serious injuries. A witness described the suspect&rsquo;s vehicle as a dark gray or purple Ford, possibly a Fusion or a similar model.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-seek-publics-help-identifying-hit-and-run-driver-in-serious-irvine-collision/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 21:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-seek-publics-help-identifying-hit-and-run-driver-in-serious-irvine-collision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police arrested four suspects after wine theft from a Target store]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, four people found out the hard way what happens when you shoptlift in Irvine, when they were arrested minutes after one of them stole wine from Target on Barranca, according to the Irvine Police Department. One of the suspects dropped a hand basket of wine when they were confronted by security. The suspects were all caught in their vehicle after a police pursuit.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-four-suspects-after-wine-theft-from-a-target-store/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 22:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-four-suspects-after-wine-theft-from-a-target-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana Target theft suspect identified as a weightlifter from Fountain Valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana police detectives were able to identify a male suspect who stole approximately $700 worth of merchandise from the Target on S. Bristol Street. The suspect was identified as Justin Allard, a 39-year-old from Fountain Valley. When security attempted to stop him, he fled in an older model white, Toyota Tundra. Allard owns a mobile detailing business according to his&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-target-theft-suspect-identified-as-a-weightlifter-from-fountain-valley/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 18:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-target-theft-suspect-identified-as-a-weightlifter-from-fountain-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An illegal gun was seized when a suspect in a stolen car was arrested in Orange]]></title><description><![CDATA[The graveyard crew located an occupied stolen vehicle in the area of W. Garden Grove and Lewis last week, according to the Orange Police Department. After arresting the driver, they located an unregistered loaded handgun in the center console. The suspect was booked at Orange County Jail for numerous charges. Police officers who work the graveyard shift look out for us&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-illegal-gun-was-seized-when-a-suspect-in-a-stolen-car-was-arrested-in-orange/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 18:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-illegal-gun-was-seized-when-a-suspect-in-a-stolen-car-was-arrested-in-orange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five adults were displaced by a massive residential fire in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana &ndash; A family woke up to the sound of glass breaking when an exterior fire rapidly spread into their home on W. Kent Ave., in Santa Ana, and was threatening a house behind it. Dispatchers received multiple 911 calls from neighbors of smoke and fire showing from the rear of a single story house shortly before midnight last night. Engine 78 was the first-arriving crew and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/five-adults-were-displaced-by-a-massive-residential-fire-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 21:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/five-adults-were-displaced-by-a-massive-residential-fire-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested 86 transients during a citywide sweep]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police Department&rsquo;s Quality of Life Team, in collaboration with City Net and Landscape West, conducted an early-morning quality-of-life operation to help keep the community safe and clean on Friday morning. Results The video released by the SAPD of the sweep indicated that their targets were transients. They conducted a similar sweep this year on Thanksgiving week.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-86-transients-during-a-citywide-sweep/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 02:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-86-transients-during-a-citywide-sweep/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One dead, one injured in gang-related shooting in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana Police Detectives are investigating a shooting that killed one and injured another. On Friday, December 19, 2025, at approximately 11:23 p.m., police officers responded to a report of a man stating he had been shot in a residential neighborhood in the area of 500 S. Marine Street, according to the SAPD. Upon arrival, officers located two victims suffering from gunshot&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/one-dead-one-injured-in-gang-related-shooting-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 01:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/one-dead-one-injured-in-gang-related-shooting-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A female pedestrian was fatally struck by two vehicles and one driver took off]]></title><description><![CDATA[The SAPD sent out a sigalert yesterday morning warning residents to avoid the area of S. Main Street between E. Dyer Road and Alton Avenue due to a fatal hit-and-run involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. On December 19, 2025, at approximately 5:35 a.m., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple calls reporting a traffic collision in the area of 3000 S. Main Street.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-female-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-two-vehicles-and-one-driver-took-off/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 19:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-female-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-two-vehicles-and-one-driver-took-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana School of Rock Band to perform at the Winterfest OC tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Catch the School of Rock Santa Ana band live tonight at 6:30 PM &amp; 8:15 PM at Winter Fest OC! Get there early&mdash;first 2 hours: $5 Eats &amp; $5 Beers! Winter Fest OC is an annual holiday festival at the OC Fairgrounds featuring real falling snow, ice tubing, carnival rides, and a variety of seasonal attractions and entertainment. The event runs on select dates from December through early&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-school-of-rock-band-to-perform-at-the-winterfest-oc-tonight/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 18:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-school-of-rock-band-to-perform-at-the-winterfest-oc-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man arrested after allegedly shooting a man who was trying to repo a boat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police dispatch received a call about a fight in progress at a residence in the 5700 block of Edinger Ave. on Thursday at approximately 3:30 p.m., according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. Upon arrival, the patrol officers located the adult male victim with significant injuries. He was immediately transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-arrested-after-allegedly-shooting-a-man-who-was-trying-to-repo-a-boat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 03:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-arrested-after-allegedly-shooting-a-man-who-was-trying-to-repo-a-boat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police are trying to identify two suspects who stole over $10K worth of property]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department is asking for your help to identify two theft suspects. A duo broke into a storage unit on Research Drive and stole over $10,000 worth of property. If you recognize these two, please contact Detective Drake at jdrake@cityofirvine.org. Here&rsquo;s a detailed description of the suspects based on the images released by the IPD: Here&rsquo;&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-trying-to-identify-two-suspects-who-stole-over-10k-worth-of-property/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 02:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-trying-to-identify-two-suspects-who-stole-over-10k-worth-of-property/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Anaheim Police are conducting a DUI and CDL Checkpoint tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anaheim, Calif. &mdash; The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will conduct a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint tonight, Friday, December 19, 2025, in East Anaheim starting at 6:00 p.m. According to the department, checkpoint locations are chosen based on DUI crash and arrest data, with the goal of promoting public safety by deterring impaired driving. Traffic Sergeant Bryan Devor emphasized&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-are-conducting-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-tonight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-are-conducting-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is trying to identify a hit and run suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[The SAPD is asking for the community&rsquo;s help regarding a hit-and-run collision that occurred on Camile Street. The victim reported that while slowly driving and preparing to park, the suspect struck the front of his vehicle. After the collision, the suspect failed to exchange insurance information, stating a family member would provide it at a later time.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-hit-and-run-suspect/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 23:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-hit-and-run-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Orange Police are conducting a DUI and CDL Checkpoint tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Orange Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint tonight, at 1600 N. Tustin Street, between the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. DUI Checkpoints like this one are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests. Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, with officers checking drivers for proper&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orange-police-are-conducting-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-tonight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 22:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orange-police-are-conducting-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD will conduct a DUI and CDL Checkpoint on Friday night, Dec. 19]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, December 19, 2025, the Santa Ana Police Department will conduct a DUI and CDL checkpoint from 6:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city. These checkpoints are strategically placed based on data showing impaired-driving crashes, with the goal of keeping suspected impaired drivers off the road and promoting public safety. Driving under the influence isn&rsquo;t&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-friday-night-dec-19/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-friday-night-dec-19/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana residents can enjoy the new Rivers’ Edge habitat for free at the S.A. Zoo all weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[As a special holiday gift and to celebrate the opening of River&rsquo;s Edge, the City of Santa Ana is offering Santa Ana residents free admission to the Santa Ana Zoo both Saturday and Sunday this weekend, December 20-21. Adults 18 years or older must bring a current ID with a Santa Ana address or an old ID plus a current utility bill that shows a Santa Ana address. River&rsquo;s Edge features habitats&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-residents-can-enjoy-the-new-rivers-edge-habitat-for-free-at-the-sa-zoo-all-weekend/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-residents-can-enjoy-the-new-rivers-edge-habitat-for-free-at-the-sa-zoo-all-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brea School Board Member and Santa Ana College professor arrested for sending inappropriate messages to a juvenile]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police Officers responded to a report of inappropriate s*xual messages being sent to a juvenile from a Brea Olinda Unified School District Board member, according to the Brea Police Department. The Brea Police Department Detective Bureau began a thorough investigation and worked closely with the Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office and the Brea Olinda Unified School District.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/brea-school-board-member-and-santa-ana-college-professor-arrested-for-sending-inappropriate-messages-to-a-juvenile/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 23:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/brea-school-board-member-and-santa-ana-college-professor-arrested-for-sending-inappropriate-messages-to-a-juvenile/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sign up for free CalKIDS Scholarship Funds this holiday season]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the year comes to a close and families begin setting goals for the year ahead, California is reaffirming its commitment to young people through CalKIDS, the California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program. Backed by a $2 billion statewide investment for more than 5 million children, CalKIDS is the largest education-focused asset-building effort in the nation&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sign-up-for-free-calkids-scholarship-funds-this-holiday-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sign-up-for-free-calkids-scholarship-funds-this-holiday-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hit and run DUI driver gets only 7 years in prison after killing a motorcyclist in Westminster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Abdallah Hussein Ali Eid, a 25-year-old man, was sentenced on Tuesday to seven years in prison for causing a crash that killed 38-year-old motorcyclist Nathan Philip Perreault of Huntington Beach, in Westminster. The collision occurred at about 2 a.m. on March 8, 2025, at Beach Boulevard and McFadden Avenue, according to police. Eid initially fled from the crash, but police officers found&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hit-and-run-dui-driver-gets-only-7-years-in-prison-after-killing-a-motorcyclist-in-westminster/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hit-and-run-dui-driver-gets-only-7-years-in-prison-after-killing-a-motorcyclist-in-westminster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The annual Conditions of Children in Orange County Report is now available]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. (December 16, 2024) &mdash; This year&rsquo;s Annual Report on the Conditions of Children in Orange County is now available. The report details the conditions of health, economic well-being, education and safety of Orange County&rsquo;s children, giving insight into the ongoing efforts and progress in the conditions of our community&rsquo;s youth. Two areas of interest in this year&rsquo;s report are the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-annual-conditions-of-children-in-orange-county-report-is-now-available/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 21:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-annual-conditions-of-children-in-orange-county-report-is-now-available/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD seeks public’s help identifying Tesla road rage suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, November 13, 2025, a victim was driving in the area of 1st Street and Broadway when he observed a newer-model Tesla sedan driving erratically and swerving between lanes. While stopped at a red light, the Tesla driver exited his vehicle, approached the victim&rsquo;s driver-side window, became verbally aggressive, and attempted to grab the victim&rsquo;s windshield wiper.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-seeks-publics-help-identifying-tesla-road-rage-suspect/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-seeks-publics-help-identifying-tesla-road-rage-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two O.C. women were arrested for stealing packages in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Thursday, police officers were alerted to package theft suspects in the area of Perlita and Gitano, according to the Irvine Police Department. The IPD sent their police drone as a first responder ad it located the suspects&rsquo; Tesla near an apartment mailroom. It then watched two women taking packages and trying to enter another mailroom for more. The responding officers detained&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-women-were-arrested-for-stealing-packages-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 01:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-women-were-arrested-for-stealing-packages-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed gangbanger on probation arrested after getting caught tagging in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, at around 5:30 p.m., the Anaheim Police received an anonymous call reporting a large group involved in graffiti in the 300 block of S. Claudina Avenue. Patrol officers, Gang Unit investigators, and Air Support immediately responded to the scene. The APD Gang Unit investigators arrived quickly and observed one of the individuals holding a handgun. That suspect fled on&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-gangbanger-on-probation-arrested-after-getting-caught-tagging-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 01:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-gangbanger-on-probation-arrested-after-getting-caught-tagging-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former O.C. cheerleading coach convicted  of 23 felonies for abusing young girls]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Erick Joseph Kristianson, a 46-year-old former Orange County competitive cheerleading coach, has been convicted of 23 felonies for m*lesting ten girls as young as nine years old while serving as a camp counselor and coaching at a competitive cheer club and a Mission Viejo High School in the early 2000&rsquo;s. Kristianson is also facing child m*lestation and child exhibition&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-oc-cheerleading-coach-convicted-of-23-felonies-for-abusing-young-girls/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 01:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-oc-cheerleading-coach-convicted-of-23-felonies-for-abusing-young-girls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two women jumped off the Huntington Beach Pier this morning]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, at approximately 9:30 a.m., the Huntington Beach Police Department, Huntington Beach Fire Department, and the HBFD Marine Safety Division responded to the area near the Huntington Beach Pier following reports of two women in distress in the water. Huntington Beach lifeguards located both individuals and brought them to shore, where immediate medical aid was provided.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-women-jumped-off-the-huntington-beach-pier-this-morning/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 01:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-women-jumped-off-the-huntington-beach-pier-this-morning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is trying to identify four suspects who stabbed two adult males]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers recently responded to reports of a stabbing in the area of 620 W. Washington Avenue, according to the SAPD. Upon arrival, the officers located two adult males suffering from multiple stab wounds. Detectives are seeking the public&rsquo;s assistance in identifying these four suspects, who are believed to be involved in the assault. The suspects all appear to be Hispanic.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-four-suspects-who-stabbed-two-adult-males/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 00:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-four-suspects-who-stabbed-two-adult-males/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Speed Queen Laundromat opening in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Speed Queen, the global leader in laundromat equipment, announces the Jan. 9 grand opening of its latest Speed Queen Laundromat franchise in Santa Ana, California. The Speed Queen Laundry, located at 2502 W. McFadden Ave., Santa Ana, CA, offers customers 3,400 square feet of space that features cutting-edge laundry equipment and ample space to spread out and large-capacity washers up to 100&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-speed-queen-laundromat-opening-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-speed-queen-laundromat-opening-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman who killed O.C. minister in DUI crash had fentanyl, meth, and pot in her system]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana &ndash; Orange County prosecutors have filed upgraded charges of vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated against Amber Kristine Calderon, a 43-year-old Long Beach woman, after toxicology results confirmed the presence of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and marijuana in her system when she drove onto the shoulder of Pacific Coast Highway and hit three bicyclists, killing Eric John Williams&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-who-killed-oc-minister-in-dui-crash-had-fentanyl-meth-and-pot-in-her-system/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 22:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-who-killed-oc-minister-in-dui-crash-had-fentanyl-meth-and-pot-in-her-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DUI driver arrested after crashing into a fence in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[On December 6, Orange County deputies responded to a call behind Ralphs on Del Prado after a community member reported concerns about a possible impaired driver, according to Dana Point Police Services. When the deputies arrived, they found a sedan perched on a curb and lodged into a metal fence. The driver was contacted at the scene and showed clear signs of intoxication.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-driver-arrested-after-crashing-into-a-fence-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-driver-arrested-after-crashing-into-a-fence-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[BMW driver going over 110 mph on an Irvine street arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, a police officer saw a BMW travelling above 110 MPH on Portola Parkway, according to the Irvine Police Department. The BMW spun out of control, and the officer then pulled it over. The 22-year-old man from Mission Viejo was arrested for reckless driving, and the BMW was impounded for 30 days. The driver faces significant criminal penalties&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/bmw-driver-going-over-110-mph-on-an-irvine-street-arrested/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/bmw-driver-going-over-110-mph-on-an-irvine-street-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. probationer in a disabled vehicle was arrested on drug charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, Orange County deputies contacted an individual who exited a disabled vehicle on Alicia Parkway, north of Moulton Parkway, according to Laguna Hills Police Services. The individual was identified through a California driver&rsquo;s license, and a records check revealed the individual was on probation with search and seizure terms related to previous narcotics convictions.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-probationer-in-a-disabled-vehicle-was-arrested-on-drug-charges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 02:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-probationer-in-a-disabled-vehicle-was-arrested-on-drug-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A woman was arrested after passing out in her vehicle in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend, police officers responded to a call about a woman passed out inside a vehicle with the engine running, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. When officers arrived, they found the driver impaired and arrested her for DUI. During the investigation, suspected narcotics were located in the vehicle, and the officers learned that she had prior DUI and&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-woman-was-arrested-after-passing-out-in-her-vehicle-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 01:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-woman-was-arrested-after-passing-out-in-her-vehicle-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over $20K worth of drugs seized at a north Orange County traffic stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[On December 2, during a traffic stop for vehicle code violations, an Orange County Sheriff North Patrol Deputy seized 1.2 pounds of methamphetamine, 15 baggies of crack cocaine, and drug-packaging materials, according to the OCSD-North Patrol. The suspect was arrested for possession for sale and transportation of a controlled substance and ended the night in jail.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/over-20k-worth-of-drugs-seized-at-a-north-orange-county-traffic-stop/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/over-20k-worth-of-drugs-seized-at-a-north-orange-county-traffic-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. freelance photographer arrested on suspicion of abusing a minor female]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stanton, Calif. (Dec. 11, 2025) On Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025, Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department Special Victims Detail (SVD) investigators arrested Steven Jourdan Castro, 29, of Chino Hills, following allegations he engaged in inappropriate communication with a minor female between September and November 2025. In November 2025, SVD investigators were contacted by the victim&rsquo;s parents after they&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-freelance-photographer-arrested-on-suspicion-of-abusing-a-minor-female/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-freelance-photographer-arrested-on-suspicion-of-abusing-a-minor-female/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. bible study leader arrested for allegedly abusing a young male victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Dec. 11, 2025) On Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department Special Victims Detail (SVD) investigators arrested Cameron Taylor Heath, 39, following an investigation into allegations of child s*xual abuse involving a male victim who was 12 to 13 years old at the time of the reported incidents. In early October 2025, deputies responded to a call for service.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-bible-study-leader-arrested-for-allegedly-abusing-a-young-male-victim/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-bible-study-leader-arrested-for-allegedly-abusing-a-young-male-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is trying to identify a man who stole $700 worth of merch from a Target store]]></title><description><![CDATA[While shoppers were out taking advantage of Black Friday sales, a male suspect was looking for a free-for-all, according to the SAPD. Detectives are attempting to identify this suspect, who stole approximately $700 worth of merchandise from the Target on S. Bristol Street. When security attempted to stop him, he fled in an older model white, Toyota Tundra.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-man-who-stole-700-worth-of-merch-from-a-target-store/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-man-who-stole-700-worth-of-merch-from-a-target-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A probationer was arrested on narcotics charges after an O.C. traffic stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Stanton Specialized Enforcement Team (SET) deputies rolled upon an occupied vehicle. After learning the subject was on Federal Probation, the deputies conducted a search and discovered approximately six pounds of illegal narcotics and $4,000 in cash hidden on the subject and inside the vehicle. Here are the criminal penalties the suspect may face under&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-probationer-was-arrested-on-narcotics-charges-after-an-oc-traffic-stop/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-probationer-was-arrested-on-narcotics-charges-after-an-oc-traffic-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested for fatal stabbing of a man at a Santa Ana Pollo Campero drive-thru]]></title><description><![CDATA[UPDATE: (December 11, 2025) &mdash; Santa Ana Police Detectives have arrested Diego Sartori, a 35-year-old Anaheim man, for a fatal stabbing of a man in the drive-through of a Pollo Campero restaurant. On Saturday, December 6, 2025, at approximately 4:36 p.m., Santa Ana Police officers responded to the drive-thru of Pollo Campero, located at 2320 S. Bristol Street, after receiving a report of a man&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-fatal-stabbing-of-a-man-at-a-santa-ana-pollo-campero-drive-thru/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-fatal-stabbing-of-a-man-at-a-santa-ana-pollo-campero-drive-thru/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim man arrested on DUI charges after driving into 8 high school athletes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Anthony Alva-Palafox, a 27-year-old Anaheim man, has been identified as the suspect who crashed into several members of Anaheim High School&rsquo;s track team as they were standing on the sidewalk of an intersection, on Wednesday, just before 3 p.m. Alva-Palafox was allegedly drunk when the incident happened. The athletes injured by the collision were on a training run.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-on-dui-charges-after-driving-into-8-high-school-athletes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 20:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-on-dui-charges-after-driving-into-8-high-school-athletes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An auto theft suspect was arrested in a drainage tunnel in Orange]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, a male suspect tried to steal a car at a business near Hewes and N. Rancho Santiago and then fled, according to the Orange Police Department. He didn&rsquo;t account for two huge obstacles: an alert employee and his own terrible escape plan. Realizing he was outmatched, the suspect ditched his bicycle in the creek-bed and he was then taken into custody by officers who followed&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-auto-theft-suspect-was-arrested-in-a-drainage-tunnel-in-orange/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-auto-theft-suspect-was-arrested-in-a-drainage-tunnel-in-orange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police will conduct a DUI and CDL Checkpoint on Dec. 12]]></title><description><![CDATA[COSTA MESA, Calif. (Dec. 10, 2025) &ndash; The Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) will be conducting a driving under the influence (DUI) and driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. within the city limits. Checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is not to&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-dec-12/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-dec-12/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Final reminder to pay Secured O.C. Property Taxes by December 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Orange County Treasurer-Tax Collector Shari Freidenrich is issuing a final reminder to property owners to act now and avoid late penalties. The last day to pay the first installment of FY 2025-26 secured property taxes without incurring a 10% late penalty is December 10, 2025. Taxpayers are encouraged to pay securely online by eCheck (no service fee)at TaxBill.octreasurer.gov.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/final-reminder-to-pay-secured-oc-property-taxes-by-december-10/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/final-reminder-to-pay-secured-oc-property-taxes-by-december-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[City of Santa Ana celebrates new Santiago Park improvements]]></title><description><![CDATA[ANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The City of Santa Ana celebrated the completion of the latest improvements at Santiago Park on Tuesday, Dec. 9, as part of its ongoing investment in this important community and ecological space along Santiago Creek. Santa Ana City Councilmembers and State representatives joined community members for a ribbon cutting ceremony at the park where they learned about the new&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/city-of-santa-ana-celebrates-new-santiago-park-improvements/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 18:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/city-of-santa-ana-celebrates-new-santiago-park-improvements/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana Olympian Ed Caruthers inducted into the O.C. Hall of Fame]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, CA (December 9, 2025) &ndash; Today, ten prominent individuals who have significantly contributed to the fabric of Orange County&rsquo;s rich cultural, societal and professional landscape were inducted into the 2025 Class of the Orange County Hall of Fame. The induction ceremony, conducted by Orange County Board of Supervisors Chairman Doug Chaffee and the entire Board of Supervisors&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-olympian-ed-caruthers-inducted-into-the-oc-hall-of-fame/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 03:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-olympian-ed-caruthers-inducted-into-the-oc-hall-of-fame/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department will conduct a DUI and CDL Checkpoint on Dec. 18]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department will hold a CDL/DUI Checkpoint on Thursday, December 18, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits. Checkpoint locations are chosen based on DUI crash and arrest history. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-department-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-dec-18/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-department-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-dec-18/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man accused of stealing purses during moves in Orange County arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[A resident recently had her purse stolen by an individual she hired to help with her move to Rancho Santa Margarita, according to the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s RSM Police Services. Thanks to the victim&rsquo;s neighbor&rsquo;s surveillance video, the suspect vehicle was identified and later located in Long Beach. Further investigation revealed this subject was associated to similar cases out of Coto&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-accused-of-stealing-purses-during-moves-in-orange-county-arrested/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 23:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-accused-of-stealing-purses-during-moves-in-orange-county-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man fatally stabbed at a Santa Ana Pollo Campero drive-thru identified]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police Detectives are conducting a homicide investigation regarding a 43-year-old man who was stabbed and killed in the drive-through of a Pollo Campero restaurant, according to the SAPD. On Saturday, December 6, 2025, at approximately 4:36 p.m., Santa Ana Police officers responded to the drive-through of Pollo Campero, located at 2320 S. Bristol Street, after receiving a report of a man down&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-fatally-stabbed-at-a-santa-ana-pollo-campero-drive-thru-identified/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 23:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-fatally-stabbed-at-a-santa-ana-pollo-campero-drive-thru-identified/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. home invasion suspect arrested in Las Vegas]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A manhunt for the last of seven defendants who carried out a brazen early morning home invasion robbery and kidnapping in Irvine that left residents duct taped and held at gunpoint in an attempt to steal millions of dollars in cryptocurrency has come to an end with the fugitive&rsquo;s arrest in Las Vegas as part of a multi-agency, multi-month effort by the Irvine Police Department&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-home-invasion-suspect-arrested-in-las-vegas/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 23:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-home-invasion-suspect-arrested-in-las-vegas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An auto theft suspect was arrested in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shortly after midnight, poice officers spotted a vehicle reported stolen out of a nearby city while patrolling PCH near Warner, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department. The police officers initiated a high-risk traffic stop, and the driver quickly pulled over without incident. The driver was arrested for possession of a stolen vehicle. The suspect was male.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-auto-theft-suspect-was-arrested-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 22:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-auto-theft-suspect-was-arrested-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man arrested for stealing Apple products from a vehicle in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, police officers investigated a theft on Watermarke Place, where an Apple MacBook and AirPods were stolen from a vehicle, according to the Irvine Police Department. Luckily, Apple&rsquo;s &ldquo;Find My&rdquo; feature was working &ldquo;mac-nificently.&rdquo; The officers were able to track the items to Santa Ana and spoke to a man in the ping&rsquo;s location. After hitting the &ldquo;Play Sound&rdquo; button&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-for-stealing-apple-products-from-a-vehicle-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-for-stealing-apple-products-from-a-vehicle-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Fountain Valley Police will conduct a CDL and DUI Checkpoint on Dec. 19]]></title><description><![CDATA[On December 19, 2025, the Fountain Valley Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) and driver license checkpoint on Warner Ave. near Brookhurst St. DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-fountain-valley-police-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-dec-19/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-fountain-valley-police-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-dec-19/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Driver high on laughing gas gets arrested in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[A resident called the poilce about a suspicious occupied vehicle in their neighborhood, according to the Fullerton Police Department. When the police officers arrived, they contacted a 50-year-old male who wasn&rsquo;t exactly in the mood to follow directions. Instead of listening, he ignored every command&hellip;mostly because he was too busy taking repeated hits from a NOS tank while officers&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/driver-high-on-laughing-gas-gets-arrested-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/driver-high-on-laughing-gas-gets-arrested-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Buena Park Police are increasing DUI enforcement from Dec. 12 until New Year’s Day ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The holiday season is here, and with it comes a reminder from the Buena Park Police Department: celebrate responsibly and never drive impaired. Starting December 12 through New Year&rsquo;s Day, Buena Park officers will increase patrols and conduct additional enforcement as part of the National &ldquo;Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over&rdquo; campaign. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-buena-park-police-are-increasing-dui-enforcement-from-dec-12-until-new-years-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-buena-park-police-are-increasing-dui-enforcement-from-dec-12-until-new-years-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Tustin Police will conduct a DUI Checkpoint on Dec. 12]]></title><description><![CDATA[On December 12, 2025, the Tustin Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint from 6 p.m. to Enter 12 a.m. at an undisclosed location. DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints are to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-tustin-police-will-conduct-a-dui-checkpoint-on-dec-12/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-tustin-police-will-conduct-a-dui-checkpoint-on-dec-12/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim officers fatally shot a male suspect and arrested 12 others on Saturday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two police officers were patrolling the 800 block of South Philadelphia Street in Anaheim on Saturday night when they came across several subjects in front of a residence. This led to a confrontation. Both of the officers suffered minor injuries during this incident, according to the Anaheim Police Department. The APD did not divulge what exactly led to the confrontation.<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-officers-fatally-shot-a-male-suspect-and-arrested-12-others-on-saturday-night/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-officers-fatally-shot-a-male-suspect-and-arrested-12-others-on-saturday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man was fatally stabbed in the drive-thru at a Pollo Campero restaurant in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man was stabbed in the drive-thru lane of the Pollo Campero restaurant, located at 2320 S. Bristol St., in Santa Ana on Saturday, Dec. 6. He later died at a hospital, according to the SAPD. Police officers responded to the Pollo Campero restaurant at about 4:30 p.m. after a man called 911 after he he saw a man who was lying down in the drive-thru. The SAPD police investigators&hellip;<br />
Source]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-fatally-stabbed-in-the-drive-thru-at-a-pollo-campero-restaurant-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 22:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-fatally-stabbed-in-the-drive-thru-at-a-pollo-campero-restaurant-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. third striker got 25 years to life in prison for brutally attacking his wife]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA &ndash; A convicted child m*lester third-striker who has spent nearly 40 years in prison for committing heinous acts of violence, including slitting his girlfriend&rsquo;s throat and stabbing her five-year-old daughter&rsquo;s eye out, has been sentenced to 25 years to life for brutally attacking his wife. The woman only managed to escape by banging on her neighbors&rsquo; doors while bloody and nearly n*de, begging for help.Gary Blane Bentley, 65, of La Palma, was convicted on Septemb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-third-striker-got-25-years-to-life-in-prison-for-brutally-attacking-his-wife/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-third-striker-got-25-years-to-life-in-prison-for-brutally-attacking-his-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A domestic violence suspect was arrested at an O.C. hotel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers recently responded to a disturbance at a local hotel after an employee overheard two guests arguing, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.The investigation revealed the couple&rsquo;s verbal argument had escalated into a physical assault, and the suspect attempted to prevent the victim from leaving or calling for help.The suspect was arrested for felony domestic violence and false imprisonment, with additional charges requested.<br />
An Emergency Protective Order was gra]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-domestic-violence-suspect-was-arrested-at-an-oc-hotel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-domestic-violence-suspect-was-arrested-at-an-oc-hotel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two repeat retail theft suspects were arrested in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday evening, two individuals walked into two different stores, grabbed several hundred dollars&rsquo; worth of merchandise, made zero attempt to pay, and walked right out the door, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.Fortunately, the NBPD has a strong partnership with local businesses, and they called them immediately. The responding police officers quickly located the suspects and took them into custody.<br />
As it turns out&hellip; both suspects already had prior theft convi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-repeat-retail-theft-suspects-were-arrested-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-repeat-retail-theft-suspects-were-arrested-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A coastal O.C. traffic stop led to an arrest and the seizure of several illegal guns and ammo]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just after 1:59 a.m. on August 20, 2025, an officer on patrol in the area of San Joaquin Hills Road and Jamboree Road noticed something unusual, a red Ford pickup driving with registration that had been expired for 12 years, according to the Newport Beach Police Department.The officer initiated a traffic stop and contacted a single male driver in the vehicle.During the investigation, the officer found a set of brass knuckles inside the driver&rsquo;s door, and that was only the beginning.With as]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-coastal-oc-traffic-stop-led-to-an-arrest-and-the-seizure-of-several-illegal-guns-and-ammo/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 03:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-coastal-oc-traffic-stop-led-to-an-arrest-and-the-seizure-of-several-illegal-guns-and-ammo/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested seven while targeting three smoke shops]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police Department&rsquo;s Directed Enforcement Unit carried out a triple operation yesterday, targeting three smoke shops in the City.<br />
The results:<br />
7 arrests for outstanding warrants, illegal nitrous oxide sales, and gambling-related offenses$4,500 in seized cash621 NOS canisters2,000 flavored vapes3,500 assorted flavored tobacco productsHere are the likely penalties under California law for the offenses mentioned:<br />
Outstanding WarrantsArrest warrants do not expire and require a cou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-seven-while-targeting-three-smoke-shops/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 02:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-seven-while-targeting-three-smoke-shops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A car in north O.C. rolled over with eight teenagers in it]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saturday night, police officers responded to a rollover collision involving eight teenagers packed into one vehicle.<br />
The incident has understandably drawn media attention, and while it had the potential to be devastating, the FPD is thankful to report that all eight walked away with only complaints of pain, bumps, bruises, and minor abrasions.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Fullerton Police Department (@fullerton_pd)<br />
Crashes like this highlight an important truth: teen drivers face s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-car-in-north-oc-rolled-over-with-eight-teenagers-in-it/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-car-in-north-oc-rolled-over-with-eight-teenagers-in-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspects on the run after running over a boy on an e-bike in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Anaheim Police are searching for several suspects who ran out of a car after they struck an e-bike that was being ridden by a 12-year-old boy, on Sunday night.Police officers responded to East North Street and North Topeka Street about 8:45 p.m., according to the Anaheim Police.The boy was hospitalized and treated for a broken leg and bruises.Police investigators believe the driver ran a stop sign and then continued driving for about a block after the crash, when the suspects ditched the car]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspects-on-the-run-after-running-over-a-boy-on-an-e-bike-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspects-on-the-run-after-running-over-a-boy-on-an-e-bike-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Sheriff deputies arrested three suspects and recovered $750K worth of stolen jewelry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this month, both O.C. Sheriff Lake Forest Specialized Enforcement Teams (SET) wrapped up a VERY shiny shift- arresting three suspects and recovering $750,000 of stolen jewelry. That&rsquo;s right&hellip; three quarters of a million dollars!After a police radio broadcast, notifying the robbery suspects from a nearby city may be in the area, the Lake Forest deputies snapped into action, spotting the suspect vehicle on the south bound 5 freeway.As deputies initiated a high risk traffic stop]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriff-deputies-arrested-three-suspects-and-recovered-750k-worth-of-stolen-jewelry/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 16:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriff-deputies-arrested-three-suspects-and-recovered-750k-worth-of-stolen-jewelry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three California pest control companies will pay $3.15M for hazardous waste violations]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA &ndash; Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer, along with 11 other District Attorneys across California, announced the Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office has reached a $3.15 million settlement with Clark Pest Control of Stockton, Orkin Services of California, and Crane Pest Control. &nbsp;This settlement resolves allegations the companies violated state laws involving the unlawful disposal of pesticides, hazardous waste, and the allegations these companies failed to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-california-pest-control-companies-will-pay-315m-for-hazardous-waste-violations/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-california-pest-control-companies-will-pay-315m-for-hazardous-waste-violations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A pedestrian pushing a wheelchair was fatally struck by a vehicle in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, November 23, 2025, at approximately 6:43 PM, Fullerton Police Officers responded to the area of S. Gilbert Street and W. Orangethorpe Avenue regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.<br />
Officers arrived and located an adult male pedestrian in the roadway with injuries.Fullerton Fire Department personnel provided medical aid and transported him to a nearby hospital.<br />
Sadly, his condition later declined, and he was pronounced deceased by hospital staff.<br />
The driver]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-pushing-a-wheelchair-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 23:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-pushing-a-wheelchair-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CHP officers fatally shot an armed suspect after a pursuit that began in Buena Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Saturday morning following a high-speed pursuit that began in Buena Park and ended in Oceanside, according to the Buena Park Police Department.The incident started at approximately 12:47 a.m., when Buena Park Police attempted to stop a gray 2005 Cadillac CTS for a traffic violation. The driver refused to yield, sparking a chase that continued southbound on Interstate 5, where CHP officers assume]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-officers-fatally-shot-an-armed-suspect-after-a-pursuit-that-began-in-buena-park/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 08:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-officers-fatally-shot-an-armed-suspect-after-a-pursuit-that-began-in-buena-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The woman killed by a trash truck in Santa Ana this week was a cancer survivor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Maria Rubalcava de Ruesga, the 69-year-old woman who was killed by a Republic Services trash truck in Santa Ana earlier this week had beaten pancreatic cancer prior to her fatal accident, according to a GoFundMe page launched by her family.Here are the comments posted by her family:<br />
On Wednesday, November 19th, our family received the heartbreaking news that our mother had been struck by a vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene. For those who knew her, you know how loving, caring, and stro]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-woman-killed-by-a-trash-truck-in-santa-ana-this-week-was-a-cancer-survivor/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-woman-killed-by-a-trash-truck-in-santa-ana-this-week-was-a-cancer-survivor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana DUI driver sentenced for killing a little boy and injuring his father, mother and sisters]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA &ndash; A man who was driving with a blood alcohol content nearly three times the legal limit was sentenced today to 16 years and four months in state prison after admitting he hit and killed a 5-year-old boy and seriously injured the boy&rsquo;s father and six-year-old sister while they were riding bikes with his mother and 7-month-old sister in Garden Grove.A driver who witnessed the crash followed the driver after he drove away until police stopped him.Ceferino Ascencion Ramos, 30,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-dui-driver-sentenced-for-killing-a-little-boy-and-injuring-his-father-mother-and-sisters/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 08:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-dui-driver-sentenced-for-killing-a-little-boy-and-injuring-his-father-mother-and-sisters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CalOptima Health will host a free Thanksgiving food distribution in Orange on Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[CalOptima Health is making sure members don&rsquo;t go hungry this Thanksgiving. Registered members will receive their choice of a turkey or ham, along with traditional side dish items, on Saturday, November 22, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the CalOptima Health headquarters in Orange.<br />
Non-members attending will receive free food boxes provided by a local food pantry, while supplies last.More than 1,000 members are expected to attend.CalOptima Health is proud to partner with community organizations t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-will-host-a-free-thanksgiving-food-distribution-in-orange-on-saturday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 02:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-will-host-a-free-thanksgiving-food-distribution-in-orange-on-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Convicted felon busted with drugs and a firearm at a Buena Park Motel]]></title><description><![CDATA[On November 17, the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Stanton Specialized Enforcement Team (SET) located a stolen vehicle occupied by two individuals and conducted surveillance as it entered the Colony Inn Motel in the City of Buena Park.A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in the recovery of illegal narcotics, drug paraphernalia, a firearm, and ammunition.<br />
The driver was identified as a convicted felon and was arrested and booked into the Orange County Jail on multiple charges.Here are the l]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/convicted-felon-busted-with-drugs-and-a-firearm-at-a-buena-park-motel/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 00:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/convicted-felon-busted-with-drugs-and-a-firearm-at-a-buena-park-motel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two New Yorkers were arrested for stealing from an Apple store in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Target&rsquo;s loss prevention first spotted two suspects as they were trying to break through a security device, according to the Irvine Police Department.When that didn&rsquo;t work, they wandered over to Apple, where security immediately recognized one of them from a theft in Brea earlier that day: the same outfit, the same shoes, the same criminal energy.Inside the store, one suspect grabbed an iPhone 17 Pro Max and walked out like it was launch day, and he had VIP status.Their car turned ou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-new-yorkers-were-arrested-for-stealing-from-an-apple-store-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 23:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-new-yorkers-were-arrested-for-stealing-from-an-apple-store-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Orange Police are conducting a CDL and DUI Checkpoint tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Orange Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint tonight, at 1800 W. Chapman Avenue, between the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.DUI Checkpoints like this one are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests. Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, with officers checking drivers for proper licensing.DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-relat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orange-police-are-conducting-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-tonight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 23:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orange-police-are-conducting-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD rescued a dog that was abused and cited its owner]]></title><description><![CDATA[On November 13th, the SAPD received multiple reports about a social media post showing a disturbing animal abuse incident.<br />
The video shows a man restraining his dog by the snout and collar before punching it with a closed fist in the throat.<br />
Over the weekend, SAPD officers conducted an investigation into the alleged abuse and determined that the man and the dog lived in Santa Ana.<br />
Yesterday, SAPD officers, along with our Animal Control Unit, conducted follow-up, and the pit bull/Great Dane mix,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-rescued-a-dog-that-was-abused-and-cited-its-owner/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-rescued-a-dog-that-was-abused-and-cited-its-owner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Repeat O.C. DUI offender charged with murder in death of teen on way to class]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash;&nbsp; Bradley Gene Funk, a 59-year-old man with two prior driving under the influence convictions, has been charged with murder for hitting and killing a 13-year-old boy in Dana Point on Tuesday morning as the sixth-grader was walking to school with his older brother.Funk, who is currently on probation for a 2021 driving under the influence and hit and run conviction, was arrested after witnesses helped deputies find him several blocks from where he hit the boy in his d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/repeat-oc-dui-offender-charged-with-murder-in-death-of-teen-on-way-to-class/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/repeat-oc-dui-offender-charged-with-murder-in-death-of-teen-on-way-to-class/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Anaheim man was arrested after brutally carjacking a woman and crashing her car]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, a woman called 911 and reported someone was forcefully taking her car from her in a parking lot near Euclid St and Katella Ave., according to the Anaheim Police Department.<br />
The suspect ran up to her vehicle, pulled her from the driver&rsquo;s seat, assaulted her, and drove off in her Toyota 4-Runner. As he fled, he also caused a collision with another vehicle.Within minutes, officers found the 4-Runner unoccupied and the suspect running from the area. The officers gave chase]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-anaheim-man-was-arrested-after-brutally-carjacking-a-woman-and-crashing-her-car/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-anaheim-man-was-arrested-after-brutally-carjacking-a-woman-and-crashing-her-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two North O.C. traffic stops led to arrests and seizure of drugs, drug paraphernalia and cash]]></title><description><![CDATA[What starts as a simple vehicle stop can lead to major discoveries&mdash;as seen in two recent incidents, according to the Orange County Sheriff Department&rsquo;s North Patrol.On October 24, at around 11 p.m., North SET Deputies conducted a vehicle stop in unincorporated North Orange County, recovering approximately 40 grams of fentanyl, 30 Xanax bars, 10 grams of methamphetamine, and $538 in U.S. currency.The following day, on October 25, deputies conducted a vehicle stop in Midway City, locat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-north-oc-traffic-stops-led-to-arrests-and-seizure-of-drugs-drug-paraphernalia-and-cash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 05:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-north-oc-traffic-stops-led-to-arrests-and-seizure-of-drugs-drug-paraphernalia-and-cash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD seeks public’s help to identify suspect in auto shop assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are seeking the community&rsquo;s help in identifying a suspect involved in a recent assault, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD).On September 22, 2025, at approximately 1:10 p.m., a suspect entered a local auto repair shop, momentarily spoke to the victim, and then suddenlty struck him in the face.<br />
The suspect then entered the passenger side of a gray, Honda Accord, and due to the tinted windows, the driver was not seen.The victim sustained minor injuries to his eye a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-seeks-publics-help-to-identify-suspect-in-auto-shop-assault/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 01:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-seeks-publics-help-to-identify-suspect-in-auto-shop-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Burglary crew that targeted Ulta Beauty stores arrested in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Friday, two shoplifting suspects stole from an Ulta store in a nearby city, according to the Irvine Police Department.<br />
A couple of hours later, the IPD&rsquo;s Real Time Crime Center was alerted that the suspect vehicle was driving near the Irvine Spectrum.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Irvine Police Department (@irvinepolice)<br />
The IPD Spectrum Officers alerted Sephora Loss Prevention, who spotted the man and woman running from their store. The IPD drone then followed them overh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/burglary-crew-that-targeted-ulta-beauty-stores-arrested-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/burglary-crew-that-targeted-ulta-beauty-stores-arrested-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Maserati driving fraudster who targeted college students arrested by the Irvine Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, police detectives arrested Mario Simonte, 34, of Montclair, in connection with a series of scams targeting college students across Southern California, according to the Irvine Police Department.Simonte approached students near campuses and claimed he urgently needed to borrow cash to return to Italy.He drove the victims to an ATM to withdraw cash. He handed out illegitimate business cards, counterfeit perfume, and Apple products as a false gesture of good faith, but never reimbursed t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/maserati-driving-fraudster-who-targeted-college-students-arrested-by-the-irvine-police/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/maserati-driving-fraudster-who-targeted-college-students-arrested-by-the-irvine-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect who looks like a Backstreet Boy wanted for package theft in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect followed an Amazon driver into a secured apartment mailroom on Spectrum and walked out with packages that weren&rsquo;t his, according to the Irvine Police Department.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Irvine Police Department (@irvinepolice)<br />
The Irvine Police thought the suspect looked like AJ McLean from the Backstreet Boys.If you recognize him, contact Officer Paulsen at spaulsen@cityofirvine.org.Here are the potential penalties the suspect could face under California law:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-who-looks-like-a-backstreet-boy-wanted-for-package-theft-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-who-looks-like-a-backstreet-boy-wanted-for-package-theft-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man who targeted small children convicted after being lured by a police officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jason Valentine Esparza, a 60-year-old man accused of grooming women to babysit children as young as four years old and bring them to hotels so that he could m*lest them, has been convicted of m*lesting two young children and arranging for a four-year-old child to be brought to an Orange County motel for the child to be drugged and s*xually assaulted.&nbsp;<br />
The woman he thought he was communicating with turned out to be a Huntington Beach police detective. Th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-who-targeted-small-children-convicted-after-being-lured-by-a-police-officer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-who-targeted-small-children-convicted-after-being-lured-by-a-police-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is conducting a CDL and DUI Checkpoint on Friday, Nov. 21]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police Department has announced a DUI and driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint scheduled for Friday, November 21, 2025, starting at 6:00 p.m. and continuing until 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city.Why This MattersThe checkpoint is part of an ongoing effort to reduce impaired driving crashes. Locations are chosen based on data showing where DUI-related incidents are most frequent. The primary goal: keep impaired drivers off the road and protect public safety.Not Just]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-conducting-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-friday-nov-21/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-conducting-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-friday-nov-21/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parolee arrested again while tagging in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, while on proactive patrol, the Homeless Task Force spotted a man tagging under a railroad overpass, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.Police officers quickly detained the man for trespassing and vandalism and discovered not only was he on parole, but he was also in possession of drug paraphernalia and suspected methamphetamine. The suspect was transported to the HBPD jail, and his tagging days are officially on pause.Here&rsquo;s what penalties the suspect in Hunting]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/parolee-arrested-again-while-tagging-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/parolee-arrested-again-while-tagging-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Medical emergency leads to a van crash at the Orange Plaza]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, November 19, at approximately 9:22 p.m., police officers responded to a traffic collision into The Plaza, in downtown Orange, according to the Orange Police Department.Upon arrival, the officers found a white Dodge van had crashed into the exterior bollards and caused minor damage to a park bench.<br />
The driver, a 60-year-old man, appeared to be experiencing a medical emergency.<br />
Paramedics from the Orange Fire Department transported him to a nearby hospital for treatment.The Orange Po]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/medical-emergency-leads-to-a-van-crash-at-the-orange-plaza/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/medical-emergency-leads-to-a-van-crash-at-the-orange-plaza/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reckless DUI driver crashes into electrical pole during Fountain Valley police pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 11/15/25, in the early afternoon, a police Sergeant spotted a truck driving on a rim near Brookhurst and Slater. The Sergeant attempted a traffic stop, but the suspect fled, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.A brief pursuit was initiated and quickly canceled due to the suspect&rsquo;s reckless driving in poor weather conditions.FVPD police officers continued to search the area and soon located the truck again.<br />
A second pursuit was initiated, during which the driver (still ope]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/reckless-dui-driver-crashes-into-electrical-pole-during-fountain-valley-police-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 17:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/reckless-dui-driver-crashes-into-electrical-pole-during-fountain-valley-police-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chilean criminal who escaped from a fire camp caught in Mecca with a tip from the OCDA]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA &ndash; A Chilean national who escaped from a state prison fire camp in Los Angeles County on Sunday while serving time for his role in an Orange County burglary and police pursuit that left an innocent driver seriously injured was recaptured Thursday evening with the assistance of investigators from the Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office.<br />
Alejandro Tobarfuentes, 33, was arrested Thursday evening in the city of Mecca, California in Riverside County by the California Departm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chilean-criminal-who-escaped-from-a-fire-camp-caught-in-mecca-with-a-tip-from-the-ocda/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chilean-criminal-who-escaped-from-a-fire-camp-caught-in-mecca-with-a-tip-from-the-ocda/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CalFresh benefits return to normal issuance in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County, Calif. (November 14, 2025) &mdash;&nbsp;CalFresh benefits have returned to the regular issuance process with the end of the federal government shutdown.No CalFresh benefits remain on hold. CalFresh applicants and recipients can now expect to receive their full benefits.Orange County CalFresh recipients can check their case status at BenefitsCal.com, 800-281-9799 or one of SSA&rsquo;s offices.The spending bill signed Wednesday provides funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assista]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/calfresh-benefits-return-to-normal-issuance-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 23:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/calfresh-benefits-return-to-normal-issuance-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Online O.C. property tax payment recommended due to mail fraud]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The Orange County Treasurer-Tax Collector (TTC), in coordination with the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department, is alerting taxpayers to a recent confirmed case of mail fraud involving multiple property tax payments.Several property tax checks mailed to the County of Orange in recent weeks were intercepted during postal transit and never reached the TTC. These stolen checks were later found for sale on the dark web.The Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department has la]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/online-oc-property-tax-payment-recommended-due-to-mail-fraud/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/online-oc-property-tax-payment-recommended-due-to-mail-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An E.R. was evacuated after a hospital in north O.C. got a bomb threat this evening]]></title><description><![CDATA[After spending all day dealing with bomb threats at several Fullerton area high schools the Fullerton Police ended the day with yet another bomb threat, this time at a hospital.On November 13, 2025, at approximately 5:07 PM, the Fullerton Police Communications Center received a call from Providence St. Jude Medical Center reporting a suspicious phone call claiming there was a bomb inside the Emergency Room.Officers immediately responded and began investigating the incident, which included a part]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-er-was-evacuated-after-a-hospital-in-north-oc-got-a-bomb-threat-this-evening/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 06:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-er-was-evacuated-after-a-hospital-in-north-oc-got-a-bomb-threat-this-evening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man was arrested after leaving his guns, cash and drugs in a bag at an Irvine Olive Garden]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, police officers were called to the Olive Garden on Alton Parkway to investigate a found bag, according to the Irvine Police Department.Inside the bag the officers found a large amount of cash, a handgun, and a high-capacity magazine.<br />
A man called the restaurant and told the staff that he was on his way back to pick up his bag. Officers detained Brian Richardson Kozak, 43, of Irvine, as he arrived at the restaurant.IPD searched his vehicle and found additional firearms and drugs. Koza]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-arrested-after-leaving-his-guns-cash-and-drugs-in-a-bag-at-an-irvine-olive-garden/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 02:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-arrested-after-leaving-his-guns-cash-and-drugs-in-a-bag-at-an-irvine-olive-garden/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is trying to identify a female hit and run suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police Department is looking to identify a woman involved in a hit-and-run collision with an unmarked Orange County emergency vehicle in the parking lot of the Orange County Superior Courthouse.Surveillance video shows the woman&rsquo;s vehicle striking the other vehicle, then driving to the opposite end of the lot, then walking back to inspect the damage she caused before she finally left the area.The suspect is described as a white or Hispanic female, heavy set, wearing a dark-co]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-female-hit-and-run-suspect/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 01:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-trying-to-identify-a-female-hit-and-run-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police have locked down three high schools in north O.C. due to bomb threats]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police Officers are currently responding to three separate bomb threats received via phone calls at Sunny Hills High School, Fullerton Union High School, and Troy High School, according to the Fullerton Police Department.All three campuses are on lockdown while police officers thoroughly investigate the threats. At this time, it is unknown whether these threats are credible.The FPD is asking the community to avoid the area surrounding each school so officers and school staff can focus on safety]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-have-locked-down-three-high-schools-in-north-oc-due-to-bomb-threats/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 23:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-have-locked-down-three-high-schools-in-north-oc-due-to-bomb-threats/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County fentanyl-related deaths drop to a five-year low]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Santa&nbsp;Ana, CA)&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;A recently released report from the Orange County Sheriff-Coroner shows a decrease in fentanyl-related deaths, marking a five-year low in the county, according to the OC Health Care Agency.The OC Sheriff Coroner Division report shows there were 407 fentanyl-related deaths in 2024, down from 613 deaths in 2023. The numbers reported so far for 2025 are continuing to show a downward trend. &nbsp;&ldquo;Seeing a progressive drop in the number of fentanyl-relate]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-fentanyl-related-deaths-drop-to-a-five-year-low/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-fentanyl-related-deaths-drop-to-a-five-year-low/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested six suspects on drug and gambling charges after raiding a small business]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police Department&rsquo;s Quality of Life Team, Directed Patrol, and Code Enforcement joined forces to take action after numerous community complaints of narcotics and illegal gambling activity.SAPD police officers served a search warrant at a small business located at 1403 E. 1st Street.Six arrests were made for various narcotic and illegal gambling offenses.Three illegal gambling machines were seized $1,337 in cash connected to the illicit activity was recovered.Code Enforcement]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-six-suspects-on-drug-and-gambling-charges-after-raiding-a-small-business/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 19:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-six-suspects-on-drug-and-gambling-charges-after-raiding-a-small-business/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ByHeart Baby Formula recalled due to risk of infant botulism]]></title><description><![CDATA[The California Department of Public Health (CDPH), in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), has issued an urgent health advisory regarding a nationwide recall of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. This action follows an unprecedented multi-state outbreak of infant botulism linked to the powdered formula.What Happened?As of November 11, 2025, 15 infants across 12 states have been hospitalized with suspected or]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/byheart-baby-formula-recalled-due-to-risk-of-infant-botulism/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/byheart-baby-formula-recalled-due-to-risk-of-infant-botulism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Health Care options in Orange County if ObamaCare ends]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, CA &mdash; With uncertainty surrounding the future of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), many Orange County residents are asking: What happens if federal funding for Obamacare disappears? For thousands of low-income families, health coverage is not just a policy debate&mdash;it&rsquo;s a lifeline. Fortunately, California offers several strong alternatives that can help keep our community healthy.Medi-Cal: California&rsquo;s Backbone for Low-Income CareMedi-Cal remains the most reliable op]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/health-care-options-in-orange-county-if-obamacare-ends/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/health-care-options-in-orange-county-if-obamacare-ends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County juvenile serial retail theft suspects identified]]></title><description><![CDATA[The juveniles who recently robbed an Ulta Beauty store in Seal Beach have been identified, according to the Seal Beach Police Department.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Seal Beach Police Department (@sealbeachpolice)<br />
The SBPD noted that: &ldquo;You absolutely flooded us with tips. Because of you and our media partners @ktlanewsdesk, our detectives were able to identify the group involved.&rdquo;The SBPD cannot release the names of the suspects because they are all juveniles, ages 14]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-juvenile-serial-retail-theft-suspects-identified/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-juvenile-serial-retail-theft-suspects-identified/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect who rammed an SAPD cop arrested after a pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday morning, Santa Ana Directed Patrol officers were conducting proactive enforcement along E. 1st Street when they attempted to contact a man sitting in a vehicle.<br />
When the man saw the officers, he started his vehicle and drove toward one of them, striking the officer in the legs.<br />
The officer was able to jump onto the hood of the suspect&rsquo;s vehicle to avoid being run over, and a pursuit ensued as the suspect fled the parking lot at a high rate of speed.<br />
Fortunately, a motor officer w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-who-rammed-an-sapd-cop-arrested-after-a-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 00:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-who-rammed-an-sapd-cop-arrested-after-a-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Westminster husband arrested for allegedly murdering his wife]]></title><description><![CDATA[WESTMINSTER, Calif. &ndash;&nbsp;On November 8, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., Westminster police officers responded to a residence near the intersection of Sinclair Avenue and Sorbonne in the City of Westminster to assist the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) after a woman was discovered by a family member inside the home, unresponsive and not breathing.OCFA personnel arrived first and located the woman deceased on a bed with visible signs of trauma. Upon arrival, Westminster officers dete]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/westminster-husband-arrested-for-allegedly-murdering-his-wife/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/westminster-husband-arrested-for-allegedly-murdering-his-wife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chilean criminal sentenced for an O.C. burglary and wrong-way crash escaped from a state fire camp]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA &ndash; A Chilean national in the United States on a visa waiver from the Department of Homeland Security who sentenced to state prison for his role in a wrong way head-on collision on the freeway while being pursued by law enforcement after he and his partner burglarized a San Juan Capistrano home has now escaped from a California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation fire prison camp.Alejandro Tobarfuentes and Jorge Navarretecorvalan, were arrested on Saturday, June 8, 2024, a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chilean-criminal-sentenced-for-an-oc-burglary-and-wrong-way-crash-escaped-from-a-state-fire-camp/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chilean-criminal-sentenced-for-an-oc-burglary-and-wrong-way-crash-escaped-from-a-state-fire-camp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top personal injury law firm now open in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[William D. Shapiro Law, Inc.&nbsp;recently opened an office in Santa Ana at 1020 Ross St. This law firm focuses in catastrophic injuries and wrongful death. Established in 1983 by&nbsp;William D. Shapiro&nbsp;&ndash; who has practiced law since 1979 &ndash; William D. Shapiro Law, Inc. represents clients in California and nationwide.The firm recently secured a&nbsp;landmark $28 million settlement&nbsp;on behalf of five-year-old&nbsp;Izabella Hooker, who suffered profound and permanent brain dama]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/top-personal-injury-law-firm-now-open-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 22:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/top-personal-injury-law-firm-now-open-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Moulton Niguel Water District President Duane Cave resigns after pleading guilty to falsifying residency]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The president of the Moulton Niguel Water District, Duane D. Cave, pleaded guilty today to one misdemeanor count of falsifying nomination paperwork in July 2024 when he illegally claimed he lived within the water district&rsquo;s boundaries.Cave, who was elected to serve on the Moulton Niguel Water District through 2028, has been a member of the district&rsquo;s board for the last decade. To coincide with his guilty plea of misleading voters th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/moulton-niguel-water-district-president-duane-cave-resigns-after-pleading-guilty-to-falsifying-residency/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 02:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/moulton-niguel-water-district-president-duane-cave-resigns-after-pleading-guilty-to-falsifying-residency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim man arrested for stealing an e-bike that had a hidden AirTag]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier today, a young surfer reported his e-bike stolen from under the Huntington Beach Pier, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.Fortunately, this wasn&rsquo;t your average e-bike&mdash;it was equipped with a hidden AirTag that tracked its location all the way to Anaheim.An HBPD officer reviewed surveillance footage and quickly coordinated with Anaheim PD and the victim. Thanks to excellent teamwork, Anaheim officers located, stopped, and arrested the suspect. The e-bike was re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-for-stealing-an-e-bike-that-had-a-hidden-airtag/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 02:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-for-stealing-an-e-bike-that-had-a-hidden-airtag/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in Westminster early on Friday morning]]></title><description><![CDATA[WESTMINSTER, CA &ndash; On Friday, November 7, 2025, at approximately 3:27 a.m., the Westminster Police Department received a call from the Garden Grove Police Department regarding a fatal traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian in the area of Bolsa Avenue and Ward Street.Garden Grove Police initially received the call from the involved driver, who remained at the scene and cooperated with responding officers. Upon further investigation, it was determined the collision occurred wi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-westminster-early-on-friday-morning/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 21:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-westminster-early-on-friday-morning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police made three DUI arrests at last night’s checkpoint]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, Nov. 7, 2025, at the Costa Mesa Police Department&rsquo;s DUI and driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint on 17th Street west of Westminster Avenue, a total of 275 drivers were contacted. The checkpoint yielded 10 field evaluations for impairment, 3 DUI arrests, 10 citations issued for driver&rsquo;s license related violations, and 9 vehicles were impounded.The CMPD thanks all those who drove through and were patient, a total of 551 vehicles passed through this checkpoint.CMPD is committed]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-made-three-dui-arrests-at-last-nights-checkpoint/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 21:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-made-three-dui-arrests-at-last-nights-checkpoint/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspected DUI driver arrested after a hit and run that killed a pedestrian in south O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, at about 12:00 p.m., Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Deputies responded to a report of a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian near the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Dana Point Harbor Drive in Dana Point.Deputies arrived and found Barry William Tutt, 71 years old of La Verne, severely injured. Tutt was transported to a local area hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.Based on a preliminary investigation, the driver of a silver Ford]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspected-dui-driver-arrested-after-a-hit-and-run-that-killed-a-pedestrian-in-south-oc/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 21:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspected-dui-driver-arrested-after-a-hit-and-run-that-killed-a-pedestrian-in-south-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters quickly put out an apartment fire in Santa Ana this morning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana &ndash; Dispatchers at the Orange County Fire Authority&rsquo;s Emergency Command Center received multiple calls for a fire in the 1000 block of W. Stevens Ave. at 7:00 this morning.<br />
Truck 76 was the first-arriving unit and found a second floor apartment fully involved in fire threatening adjacent units.<br />
Firefighters initiated an aggressive attack on the fire, and completed searches to ensure everyone was out.<br />
Due to coordinated firefighting with the OCFA&rsquo;s partners from Costa Me]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/firefighters-quickly-put-out-an-apartment-fire-in-santa-ana-this-morning/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 21:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/firefighters-quickly-put-out-an-apartment-fire-in-santa-ana-this-morning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A parolee was arrested again after a police pursuit that began in Santa Ana and ended in south O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[At 4:24 a.m., an OC Sheriff helicopter pilot notified officers that a vehicle that had recently fled from the CHP and Santa Ana PD during a lengthy pursuit was entering the city via Laguna Canyon, according to the Laguna Beach Police Department.The pilot stated that the vehicle was blacked out.<br />
The CHP and Santa Ana PD had previously canceled their pursuits due to traffic concerns. The decision to monitor the vehicle and not engage in a pursuit was made.<br />
Sgt. Gensemer located the vehicle near Fo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-parolee-was-arrested-again-after-a-police-pursuit-that-began-in-santa-ana-and-ended-in-south-oc/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 01:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-parolee-was-arrested-again-after-a-police-pursuit-that-began-in-santa-ana-and-ended-in-south-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men from Anaheim and Santa Ana arrested on mail theft charges in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Thursday, police officers stopped a vehicle near Sand Canyon and Trabuco for a vehicle code violation, according to the Irvine Police Department.During the stop, the officers noticed a large amount of mail inside the car. After determining that the car was not an undercover postal vehicle, officers discovered that the mail was all stolen.Phuong Duc Pham, 40, of Anaheim, and Don Quy Le, 46, of Santa Ana, were arrested for identity theft and conspiracy. View this post on InstagramA post share]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-from-anaheim-and-santa-ana-arrested-on-mail-theft-charges-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 01:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-from-anaheim-and-santa-ana-arrested-on-mail-theft-charges-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The ALTA Good Deeds Foundation awards a $5K grant to Santa Ana’s Priority Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[The American Land Title Association (ALTA) Good Deeds Foundation, a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization founded by ALTA, the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, announced they have awarded $5,000 to The Priority Center in Santa Ana, Calif.<br />
Don Kennedy at First American in Santa Ana nominated the nonprofit to receive the grant. The Priority Center is one of 21 nonprofit organizations across the United States that received a grant this month from the ALTA Good]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-alta-good-deeds-foundation-awards-a-5k-grant-to-santa-anas-priority-center/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 02:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-alta-good-deeds-foundation-awards-a-5k-grant-to-santa-anas-priority-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tustin police officers will visit bars and restaurants to remind folks not to get hammered]]></title><description><![CDATA[On November 6, 2025, the Tustin Police Department will visit local bars and restaurants to educate customers on the importance of monitoring how much they drink and how to &ldquo;know your limit&rdquo;. The &ldquo;Know Your Limit&rdquo; campaign will be from 5:00 PM to 8:30 PM, throughout the City of Tustin.The &ldquo;Know Your Limit&rdquo; program raises awareness about the dangers of drinking and driving, and is an interactive way to show how much, or little, it can take to reach the legal lim]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/tustin-police-officers-will-visit-bars-and-restaurants-to-remind-folks-not-to-get-hammered/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/tustin-police-officers-will-visit-bars-and-restaurants-to-remind-folks-not-to-get-hammered/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A residential fire in Santa Ana was quickly put out before it could spread to other homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana &ndash; A family woke up after they heard the crackling sound of fire shortly before 1:00 a.m., according to the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA).What the family saw was a well-established fire that was quickly spreading into their single story home. Fortunately, the family of four were able to escape, along with their dog, safely.As fire crews quickly responded, the OCFA Emergency Command Center updated them with pre-arrival information.Truck 75 was first in and reported heavy smok]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-residential-fire-in-santa-ana-was-quickly-put-out-before-it-could-spread-to-other-homes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-residential-fire-in-santa-ana-was-quickly-put-out-before-it-could-spread-to-other-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim will conduct a commercial vehicle safety checkpoint on Nov. 12]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Anaheim Police Department&rsquo;s Traffic Detail, along with allied agencies, will be conducting a Commercial Vehicle Safety Checkpoint on Tuesday, November 12th, in the area of La Palma Avenue and Blue Gum Street.These inspections help keep Anaheim&rsquo;s roadways safe for everyone by identifying unsafe vehicles before they cause harm. Our goal isn&rsquo;t just enforcement. It&rsquo;s education, safety and prevention.Thank you to all the professional drivers who drive throughout our commun]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-will-conduct-a-commercial-vehicle-safety-checkpoint-on-nov-12/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-will-conduct-a-commercial-vehicle-safety-checkpoint-on-nov-12/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Supervisor Sarmiento criticizes arrest of man accused of groping Mexican President]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento, whose family came to the U.S. from Bolivia, has denounced the arrest of a drunken man who groped the Mexican President, Claudia Sheinbaum.<br />
Sarmiento said &ldquo;it is unconsionable for President Sheinbaum to have a man arrested when he was clearly just very drunk. Imagine if he has a pet, such as a cat or a dog. Who is going to feed that poor animal while this man dries out in a prison cell?Vicente Sarmiento and his criminal amigo Roman Reyna<br />
Sarmiento]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-supervisor-sarmiento-criticizes-arrest-of-man-accused-of-groping-mexican-president/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-supervisor-sarmiento-criticizes-arrest-of-man-accused-of-groping-mexican-president/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fraudster snags two new iPhones from Irvine Verizon store]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect opened a Verizon account online using fraudulent information and ordered two iPhones, according to the Irvine Police Department.This man was seen picking up the phones from the Verizzon store on Jamboree Road.The suspect appears to be African American with dark hair and a beard. He was wearing a black jacket in a surveillance photo released by the police.If you recognize him, please contact Mlelesi@cityofirvine.org.Here are the penalties the suspect could face under California law for]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fraudster-snags-two-new-iphones-from-irvine-verizon-store/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 06:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fraudster-snags-two-new-iphones-from-irvine-verizon-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prop 50 lawsuit could reshape California’s political map and influence the 2026 elections]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new federal lawsuit filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California challenges the constitutionality of California&rsquo;s recently adopted congressional district map under Proposition 50.<br />
The plaintiffs include individual voters from across the state and the California Republican Party. They are suing Governor Gavin Newsom and Secretary of State Shirley Weber, alleging that the new map violates the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments of the U.S. Constitution.The Core I]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/prop-50-lawsuit-could-reshape-californias-political-map-and-influence-the-2026-elections/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/prop-50-lawsuit-could-reshape-californias-political-map-and-influence-the-2026-elections/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[12 mentally ill offenders, including a murder defendant, could be released in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA &ndash; Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer issued the following statement:Twelve criminal defendants, including a defendant charged with hacking a stranger to death with a hatchet and a man arrested trying to break into his neighbor&rsquo;s house to rape her, who have been determined to be so mentally ill they could not be restored to competency after two years of treatment in a state mental hospital will be released back to Orange County neighborhoods in the next two months]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/12-mentally-ill-offenders-including-a-murder-defendant-could-be-released-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/12-mentally-ill-offenders-including-a-murder-defendant-could-be-released-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fraudsters arrested after trying to use fake credit cards at a coastal O.C. hotel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early yesterday morning, police officers responded to a local hotel after staff reported a group trying to check in using fake credit cards and identification, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.The suspects took off before the officers arrived, but they didn&rsquo;t get very far&hellip;During an area check, the officers quickly found them.<br />
The officers uncovered a pile of evidence, including numerous fraudulent IDs, forged checks, and several checks that may belong to victims o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fraudsters-arrested-after-trying-to-use-fake-credit-cards-at-a-coastal-oc-hotel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 21:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fraudsters-arrested-after-trying-to-use-fake-credit-cards-at-a-coastal-oc-hotel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The voters handed Trump an “F” in America’s first big test of his second term]]></title><description><![CDATA[If yesterday&rsquo;s elections were a report card on Donald Trump&rsquo;s second term, the grade was clear: F for failure. Across the country, voters delivered a stinging rebuke to the president and his party, flipping key offices blue and signaling deep dissatisfaction with the direction of the nation.Democrats Sweep High-Profile RacesIn New York City, Zohran Mamdani&mdash;a democratic socialist and the city&rsquo;s first Muslim mayor&mdash;won decisively over Trump-backed Republican Curtis Sli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-voters-handed-trump-an-f-in-americas-first-big-test-of-his-second-term/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-voters-handed-trump-an-f-in-americas-first-big-test-of-his-second-term/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana nonprofit for the disabled celebrates their 75th anniversary carnival]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County&rsquo;s oldest and largest nonprofit serving individuals most affected by their disabilities, Reimagine, marked its 75th anniversary with a carnival at its Santa Ana campus for participants that was filled with food, fun and plenty of smiles, on September 13.The festive event brought together Reimagine participants, families, staff, and Board members for an evening of joyful connection. Guests enjoyed carnival games and treats, face painting and magic tricks &mdash; all in honor of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-nonprofit-for-the-disabled-celebrates-their-75th-anniversary-carnival/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 22:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-nonprofit-for-the-disabled-celebrates-their-75th-anniversary-carnival/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Judge backs Santa Ana’s crackdown on drug activity on E. 1st Street]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The City of Santa Ana secured an important court victory on Nov. 3 that cracks down on nuisance businesses along East 1st Street to protect public safety and drive illegal drugs out of the community.Orange County Superior Court Judge David B. Oberholzer granted the City&rsquo;s request for a preliminary injunction in its drug den abatement action filed against the property and business owners/operators of the Royal Roman Motel, Royal Grand Inn, and Marisco El Tapatio Y]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/judge-backs-santa-anas-crackdown-on-drug-activity-on-e-1st-street/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 21:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/judge-backs-santa-anas-crackdown-on-drug-activity-on-e-1st-street/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OC based sustainable apparel brand HYPEACH to host a fundraiser for Working Wardrobes on Nov. 18 ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Irvine, Calif. (November 3, 2025) &mdash; Southern California&ndash;based fashion brand HYPEACH is proud to announce a collaborative Sip &amp; Shop Giveback Night benefiting Working Wardrobes, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering people to overcome difficult challenges and achieve meaningful employment.The event will take place on Tuesday, November 18, from 5:00&ndash;7:00 p.m. at HYPEACH&rsquo;s headquarters at 17835 Sky Park Circle, Irvine, Calif. Guests are invited to enjoy champagne and appet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-based-sustainable-apparel-brand-hypeach-to-host-a-fundraiser-for-working-wardrobes-on-nov-18/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 19:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-based-sustainable-apparel-brand-hypeach-to-host-a-fundraiser-for-working-wardrobes-on-nov-18/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Costco, shipping companies accused of treating drivers as contractors instead of employees]]></title><description><![CDATA[San Diego&mdash;The California Labor Commissioner&rsquo;s Office (LCO) has cited Costco Wholesale Corporation, Ryder Last Mile Inc., and Mega Nice Trucking LLC for misclassification and labor law violations affecting 58 delivery drivers.Mega Nice Trucking, based in Chula Vista, served as a subcontractor for third-party logistics companies, including Ryder Last Mile, which contracted with drivers to deliver large items from big box retailers across the San Diego region.An investigation by the LCO]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costco-shipping-companies-accused-of-treating-drivers-as-contractors-instead-of-employees/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 23:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costco-shipping-companies-accused-of-treating-drivers-as-contractors-instead-of-employees/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A storage unit theft in Irvine led to the arrest of five suspects on drug and theft charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[On October 7, police officers investigated a burglary of a storage unit on Construction Circle. A man and a woman stole about $12,000 worth of items and were captured on surveillance cameras, according to the Irvine Police Department.Detectives determined the suspects to be Zachary Malloy, 33, of Huntington Beach, and Catarina Rose Demelo, 28, of Artesia.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Irvine Police Department (@irvinepolice)<br />
On October 28, detectives found Demelo in the city of Stan]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-storage-unit-theft-in-irvine-led-to-the-arrest-of-five-suspects-on-drug-and-theft-charges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 23:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-storage-unit-theft-in-irvine-led-to-the-arrest-of-five-suspects-on-drug-and-theft-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Multi-agency sweep targeted unlicensed contractors across California]]></title><description><![CDATA[SACRAMENTO, CA&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;The Contractors State License Board (CSLB) recently completed a statewide series of stings and sweeps targeting unlicensed activity in the construction industry. The effort was part of a multi-agency effort organized by the National Association of State Contractors Licensing Agencies (NASCLA).The stings and sweeps resulted in 119 legal actions, largely for unlicensed contracting and illegal advertising. Unlicensed contracting puts consumers at risk in many ways,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/multi-agency-sweep-targeted-unlicensed-contractors-across-california/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 22:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/multi-agency-sweep-targeted-unlicensed-contractors-across-california/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Seven arrested on illegal camping and drug charges in coastal Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department&rsquo;s Homeless Task Force (HTF) conducted several proactive engagements and referrals to our City&rsquo;s social workers, and made seven arrests during a shift last week.The team once again connected with several individuals on Oct. 28 to offer resources and services while also making seven arrests to help keep the community safe.In one incident shortly before 11 p.m., officers contacted two individuals camping on the beach in violation of curfew hours. B]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/seven-arrested-on-illegal-camping-and-drug-charges-in-coastal-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 20:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/seven-arrested-on-illegal-camping-and-drug-charges-in-coastal-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim senior hospitalized in O.C.’s first West Nile Virus case of 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Santa Ana, CA) &mdash; An Anaheim resident over the age of 80 has tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV), marking the first confirmed human WNV case in Orange County this year. The person experienced headache and neurologic symptoms and was hospitalized with encephalitis, a serious brain inflammation linked to the virus. Orange County reported just one human case of West Nile virus and no related deaths in 2024.&ldquo;West Nile virus is common in Orange County, recurring every year during th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-senior-hospitalized-in-ocs-first-west-nile-virus-case-of-2025/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-senior-hospitalized-in-ocs-first-west-nile-virus-case-of-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Food banks and other sources of free food for the needy in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[With possible delays of CalFresh (SNAP) food benefits due to the federal government shutdown, here is a list of food banks and other food assistance resources to help the community in Santa Ana:<br />
2-1-1 Orange County Phone: 2-1-1 Website: 211oc.orgCalvary Church of Santa Ana Address: 1010 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92701 Phone: (714) 973-4800 Website: calvarylife.orgCatholic Charities of OC: Doris Cantlay Food Distribution Center Address: 2020 W. Chestnut Ave., Santa Ana, CA 92703 Phone: (714)]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/food-banks-and-other-sources-of-free-food-for-the-needy-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/food-banks-and-other-sources-of-free-food-for-the-needy-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murder suspect arrested after returning to north O.C. crime scene]]></title><description><![CDATA[On October 31, 2025, at approximately 7:35 p.m., police officers responded to the 2100 block of McCormack Lane regarding a welfare check, according to the Placentia Police Department.<br />
Upon arrival, an adult female shooting victim was located in the backyard of the residence and pronounced deceased at the scene.During the course of the investigation, an adult male resident returned to the scene and was subsequently taken into custody for the homicide.This appears to be an isolated incident, and t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/murder-suspect-arrested-after-returning-to-north-oc-crime-scene/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 20:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/murder-suspect-arrested-after-returning-to-north-oc-crime-scene/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two reckless drivers were arrested in Irvine and their cars were impounded]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Thursday, a police officer saw two vehicles driving at high speeds on Irvine Blvd. while swerving around other vehicles and nearly colliding, according to the Irvine Police Department.The officer pulled over both vehicles and detained the drivers.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Irvine Police Department (@irvinepolice)<br />
Two men, aged 19 and 20, from Irvine, were arrested for reckless driving.<br />
Both vehicles were impounded for 30 days.Reckless driving puts innocent lives at risk. If]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-reckless-drivers-were-arrested-in-irvine-and-their-cars-were-impounded/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 23:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-reckless-drivers-were-arrested-in-irvine-and-their-cars-were-impounded/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police are searching for a not so “Nice Guy” who stole an electric scooter]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department is looking for a suspect who is suspected of theft and possible false advertising. They are referring to him as &ldquo;Nice Guy&rdquo; because that phrase is on the cap he was wearing.The suspect stole a Hi-Boy electric scooter from the bike racks at Woodbury Town Center for a not-so-hi-road joyride.If you can help the IPD to identify this man, who has a distinct tattoo on his right hand, please contact bnoelle@cityofirvine.org.<br />
In California, the suspect could face]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-searching-for-a-not-so-nice-guy-who-stole-an-electric-scooter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 23:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-searching-for-a-not-so-nice-guy-who-stole-an-electric-scooter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CHP will conduct a Halloween Maximum Enforcement tonight in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[The California Highway Patrol (CHP) will launch a 12-hour Maximum Enforcement Period (MEP) from 6 p.m. Friday, October 31, through 6 a.m. Saturday, November 1, to protect motorists and prevent impaired driving. During the operation, all available CHP officers will be on patrol statewide, focusing on identifying and arresting impaired drivers before they cause harm.&ldquo;Impaired driving destroys lives, and even one life lost is one too many. This Halloween, we&rsquo;re asking everyone to do the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-chp-will-conduct-a-halloween-maximum-enforcement-tonight-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 22:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-chp-will-conduct-a-halloween-maximum-enforcement-tonight-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New OC website helps residents to claim $700M  in unclaimed property]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, CA &mdash; Orange County&rsquo;s Auditor-Controller, Andrew Hamilton, announced the launch of a new, user-friendly website designed to help Orange County residents search for and claim their share of more than $700 million available in unclaimed property held by the state.<br />
The new mapping tool was unveiled at a press conference held at the Old Orange County Courthouse, where Andrew and other leaders highlighted the importance of returning unclaimed money to rightful owners and their f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-oc-website-helps-residents-to-claim-700m-in-unclaimed-property/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 21:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-oc-website-helps-residents-to-claim-700m-in-unclaimed-property/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A driver died after being ejected in a collision in Costa Mesa this morning]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, at approximately 6:25 a.m., the Costa Mesa Police Department and Costa Mesa Fire &amp; Rescue responded to the intersection of Red Hill and McCormick Avenues after a traffic collision.<br />
It was quickly determined that the collision involved two vehicles, both sedans, and that the driver of one of the vehicles was ejected from his car. That male driver was pronounced dead at the scene.The Traffic Safety Bureau&rsquo;s Major Accident Investigation Team responded, and preliminary investigation]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-died-after-being-ejected-in-a-collision-in-costa-mesa-this-morning/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-died-after-being-ejected-in-a-collision-in-costa-mesa-this-morning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. Sheriff’s Deputy was arrested for allegedly assaulting a female inmate]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. (Oct. 30, 2025): Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Deputy Leobardo Martinez Garcia, 29, has been arrested for suspected s*xual assault of a female inmate.The Department became aware of the suspected assault on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025, when the female inmate disclosed the assault to jail staff. The inmate reported that in March 2025, when she was in custody on a separate charge, the deputy assaulted her while she was receiving medical care at a local hospital.OC Sheriff investigators]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-sheriffs-deputy-was-arrested-for-allegedly-assaulting-a-female-inmate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-sheriffs-deputy-was-arrested-for-allegedly-assaulting-a-female-inmate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for a hit and run driver who killed a pedestrian]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAPD traffic detectives need your help locating Julio Humberto Lopez Ramirez of Tustin, who is believed to be the suspect in a 2023 fatal hit-and-run.On October 15, 2023, SAPD police officers responded to a hit-and-run traffic collision involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Warner Avenue and Brookhollow Drive.<br />
The pedestrian, Sergio Diaz, sadly succumbed to his injuries at the scene.<br />
After an extensive investigation, our detectives identified Ramirez as the suspect and obtained a warrant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-hit-and-run-driver-who-killed-a-pedestrian/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 05:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-hit-and-run-driver-who-killed-a-pedestrian/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two O.C. traffic stops led to arrests on drug charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this month on October 3, at approximately 10 p.m., Orange County Sheriff Deputies located 153 grams of methamphetamine during a vehicle stop in unincorporated Anaheim, according to OCSD North Patrol.<br />
Less than a week later, on October 9 at 12:06 a.m., North SET deputies stopped another vehicle in unincorporated North Orange County&mdash;recovering 15 grams of cocaine, 17 vials of ketamine, 13 grams of meth, and over $1,000 in cash.North Deputies remain dedicated to stopping the flow of d]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-traffic-stops-led-to-arrests-on-drug-charges/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 18:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-traffic-stops-led-to-arrests-on-drug-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. County bail agent found guilty after he shot a food delivery driver in Fullerton]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Orange County jury found defendant Christian Hernandez, a 34-year-old La Mirada resident, guilty on multiple charges, this Thursday, according to the OCDA.The felony charges included attempted murder with premeditation and deliberation, and personal discharge of a firearm causing great bodily injury for shooting into a cluster of bouncers.The incident happened after Hernandez was kicked out of JP23 Urban Kitchen and Bar, a downtown Fullerton bar located at 101 S. Harbor Blvd., back in 2021. A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-bail-agent-found-guilty-after-he-shot-a-food-delivery-driver-in-fullerton/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 17:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-bail-agent-found-guilty-after-he-shot-a-food-delivery-driver-in-fullerton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wanted murder suspect from Illinois arrested while loitering at a Fountain Valley rec center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, a police officer on patrol at a Recreation Center contacted a man sitting in his vehicle, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.<br />
A quick records check revealed the subject had EIGHT (yes, eight!) outstanding warrants out of Illinois &mdash; including charges for homicide, assault, and failure to appear.The subject was taken into custody and will be extradited to Illinois to face his charges.The FVPD remains committed to keeping our community safe, one proactive contact at]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/wanted-murder-suspect-from-illinois-arrested-while-loitering-at-a-fountain-valley-rec-center/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/wanted-murder-suspect-from-illinois-arrested-while-loitering-at-a-fountain-valley-rec-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[10 arrested after a Code Enforcement and police operation at a shoddy Santa Ana motel]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, police officers working with Code Enforcement, conducted an operation at the Sunshine Village Motel, located at 1427 E First St., in Santa Ana, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD).&nbsp;The officers had obtained a warrant due to ongoing narcotic activity, human trafficking, and other criminal behavior at the motel.10 individuals were arrested for various offenses including the owners of the motel.Other actions taken by the officers included:<br />
27 offered services &amp; r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/10-arrested-after-a-code-enforcement-and-police-operation-at-a-shoddy-santa-ana-motel/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/10-arrested-after-a-code-enforcement-and-police-operation-at-a-shoddy-santa-ana-motel/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A fake lawyer allegedly assaulted a Santa Ana woman who needed help with immigration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are attempting to locate Jose Bernal (65), who r*ped a female victim as she sought assistance with her immigration status, according to the Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD).On November 12, 2024, the victim reported to police that she met with Jose Bernal, a 65-year-old who claimed to be an attorney, at his office located at 1203 E. 17th Street for immigration assistance.<br />
Jose told the victim the process would cost $14,000, but said he would offer a discount if she entered into a rel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-fake-lawyer-allegedly-assaulted-a-santa-ana-woman-who-needed-help-with-immigration/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 18:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-fake-lawyer-allegedly-assaulted-a-santa-ana-woman-who-needed-help-with-immigration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD identified two hit and run suspects who hit a parked vehicle at a Target]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police (SAPD) were able to identify two hit and run suspects who hit a parked car at a Target store, thanks to tips from the community.The SAPD did not note the names of the suspects and we do not know if they have been arrested yet.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Santa Ana Police Department (@santaana_pd)<br />
The SAPD does not make their arrest log public so we may never know their identities.Legal Penalties faced by the Hit and Run SuspectsIf the suspects are charged with]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-identified-two-hit-and-run-suspects-who-hit-a-parked-vehicle-at-a-target/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-identified-two-hit-and-run-suspects-who-hit-a-parked-vehicle-at-a-target/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Costa Mesa man arrested for breaking into vehicles in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Thursday, police officers investigated a man trying the door handles of several parked vehicles in an apartment complex on Via Ricasol, according to the Irvine Police Department.<br />
When the IPD officers arrived, the man tried to escape but he was detained outside the apartment complex.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Irvine Police Department (@irvinepolice)<br />
After searching his backpack, the officers found a window glass breaker and drug paraphernalia.The 30-year-old man from Costa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costa-mesa-man-arrested-for-breaking-into-vehicles-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costa-mesa-man-arrested-for-breaking-into-vehicles-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heat wave prompts Cal/OSHA to remind employers to protect workers from heat illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cal/OSHA is reminding all employers to protect workers from heat illness at outdoor and indoor workplaces as high temperatures are forecast across Southern California this week.As California experiences more frequent and severe weather patterns, late-season heat events are extending further into the fall season. This year&rsquo;s advisory is among the latest ever issued by Cal/OSHA, surpassing 2017 when a notification was released on October 23. It serves as a reminder that even as the seasons c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/heat-wave-prompts-calosha-to-remind-employers-to-protect-workers-from-heat-illness/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 19:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/heat-wave-prompts-calosha-to-remind-employers-to-protect-workers-from-heat-illness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects arrested for inhaling nitrous oxide at a park in coastal O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, a concerned resident reported seeing two young men in a local park &ldquo;snorting&rdquo; something, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.HBPD&rsquo;s drone team quickly responded, located the individuals, and directed officers to their location.When the police officers arrived, they found both individuals in possession of nitrous oxide tanks and actively inhaling the gas.<br />
Both of the suspects were arrested for possession of nitrous oxide with intent to inhale, and one]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-arrested-for-inhaling-nitrous-oxide-at-a-park-in-coastal-oc/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-arrested-for-inhaling-nitrous-oxide-at-a-park-in-coastal-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Deputies found a stolen vehicle and arrested the suspect on drug and theft charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[On October 14th, Lake Forest Specialized Enforcement Team (SET) Deputies located an occupied stolen vehicle parked, near a Stater Bros Market.<br />
A search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of a large quantity of illegal narcotics as well as drug paraphernalia.The solo occupant of the vehicle was arrested and booked into the Orange County Jail for multiple misdemeanor and felony charges.Based on California&rsquo;s updated 2025 laws, the suspect arrested in Lake Forest faces several potential]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-found-a-stolen-vehicle-and-arrested-the-suspect-on-drug-and-theft-charges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 16:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-found-a-stolen-vehicle-and-arrested-the-suspect-on-drug-and-theft-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prop. 50 has turned into a referendum on Trump]]></title><description><![CDATA[California&rsquo;s Proposition 50 has quickly evolved into a referendum on President Donald Trump, both in substance and in political messaging.Proposition 50, officially titled the Election Rigging Response Act, proposes a temporary redrawing of California&rsquo;s congressional districts to counter Republican-led redistricting efforts in Texas and other states. The goal is to gain five additional Democratic seats in the U.S. House of Representatives for the 2026&ndash;2030 elections.<br />
Why it&rsq]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/prop-50-has-turned-into-a-referendum-on-trump/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 01:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/prop-50-has-turned-into-a-referendum-on-trump/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge OC Trading Card Game and Sport Card Show set for Nov. 1-2]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buy, sell or trade your sports and trading card games cards (TCG) at the OC Card Show&rsquo;s biggest show yet, on Saturday &ndash; Sunday, Nov. 1 &ndash; 2, 11 a.m. &ndash; 5 p.m. at the OC Fair &amp; Event Center &ndash; The Hangar.biggest show yet is happening with over 250 tables (HALF Sports, HALF TCG) which means more space to hang, trade, and connect. Same great community, same good vibes, now with even more room for everyone to enjoy.<br />
How much:&nbsp;$10 Saturday early admission (10-11 a.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/huge-oc-trading-card-game-and-sport-card-show-set-for-nov-1-2/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2025 22:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/huge-oc-trading-card-game-and-sport-card-show-set-for-nov-1-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two juveniles were shot, one fatally, in west Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[PRESS RELEASE- Homicide in Stanton: On Saturday, July 5, 2025, shortly before 2 p.m., deputies were called to the 11000 block of Court Street, Stanton, in reference to a shooting.<br />
Several callers described two male juveniles who had been shot. Deputies arrived and located the two subjects suffering from gunshot wounds.<br />
One of the victims, Samuel Louie Vidal, 15 years old of San Bernardino, was transported to the hospital where he was later pronounced deceased.<br />
The other victim was transported to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-juveniles-were-shot-one-fatally-in-west-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 02:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-juveniles-were-shot-one-fatally-in-west-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect who vandalized a police station in north O.C. caught by officers on horseback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend, a male suspect decided to vandalize the police department, according to the Fullerton Police Department.<br />
That turned out to not exactly be a smart move&mdash;especially with so much extra horsepower on duty during the 4th of July weekend.The FPD&rsquo;s Mounted Unit and motor officers quickly responded, tracking the suspect down and taking him into custody.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Fullerton Police Department (@fullerton_pd)<br />
Nice try&mdash;but it&rsquo;s not t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-who-vandalized-a-police-station-in-north-oc-caught-by-officers-on-horseback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 02:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-who-vandalized-a-police-station-in-north-oc-caught-by-officers-on-horseback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Santa Ana City Council approved three new actions to help the undocumented]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; In a united and urgent call to action, the Santa Ana City Council unanimously approved three separate actions on July 1, 2025.Resolution Documenting Immigration Enforcement Impacts and a Call for ActionThe City Council approved a resolution calling for federal elected representatives to advocate for the removal of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and military from Santa Ana, support residents impacted by immigration raids, and reaffirm the City&rsquo;s com]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-city-council-approved-three-new-actions-to-help-the-undocumented/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 02:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-city-council-approved-three-new-actions-to-help-the-undocumented/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. child was killed by illegal fireworks that misfired on the 4th of July]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buena Park, CA- On July 4, 2025, at 9:45 pm, Buena Park Police officers were patrolling the area of the 8000 block of Cornflower Circle after seeing a large quantity of fireworks detonate in this area.Officers observed family members frantically carrying a child into a residence.Officers immediately stopped to assist and discovered a young girl suffered critical injuries, consistent with a fireworks-related explosion.Officers quickly began life-saving efforts for an 8-year-old female child. The]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-child-was-killed-by-illegal-fireworks-that-misfired-on-the-4th-of-july/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 21:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-child-was-killed-by-illegal-fireworks-that-misfired-on-the-4th-of-july/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[14 people were displaced by a 2-alarm fire in Santa Ana on Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, OCFA firefighters responded to a 2-alarm fire involving a row of single-story apartment units in Santa Ana at a single-story apartment building in the 2700 block of North Bristol Street, near Memory Lane.Crews arrived to find heavy fire in a middle unit, rapidly spreading to neighboring homes.Using a coordinated interior attack and vertical ventilation, firefighters quickly worked to stop the fire&rsquo;s progress, including flames that had spread into the attic space. Their]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/14-people-were-displaced-by-a-2-alarm-fire-in-santa-ana-on-sunday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 21:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/14-people-were-displaced-by-a-2-alarm-fire-in-santa-ana-on-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed O.C. man arrested for selling crack cocaine]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, Special Investigation Unit Detectives obtained a search warrant for a residence located in the area of Beach and Roosevelt, according to the Westminster Police Department.During surveillance a subject was seen going into the residence and installing a magnetic case under his vehicle when he left.<br />
Cocaine seized by the Westminster Police<br />
WPD detectives stopped the vehicle and located several ounces of crack cocaine with the assistance of K9 Nero from the CHP and subsequently served]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-oc-man-arrested-for-selling-crack-cocaine/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jul 2025 18:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-oc-man-arrested-for-selling-crack-cocaine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Santa Ana men arrested for a storage unit burglary in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Friday, police officers investigated a burglary of a storage unit on Red Hill Ave., according to the Irvine Police Department.<br />
Detectives identified two suspects and took them into custody yesterday on multiple charges, including burglary and receiving stolen property.Fernando Santeros, 41, of Santa Ana, was arrested in the area of Halladay St. and Pine St. in Santa Ana.Alberto Garcia Moran, 34, of Santa Ana, was arrested on the 17600 block of Armstrong Ave. in Irvine.When using a storage s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-santa-ana-men-arrested-for-a-storage-unit-burglary-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2025 22:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-santa-ana-men-arrested-for-a-storage-unit-burglary-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. gang suspect arrested for March shooting that injured two]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 16, 2025, at approximately 8:50 p.m., Huntington Beach police officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 7000 block of Mandrell Drive.<br />
Upon arrival, officers located two victims suffering from non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. The suspect had fled the scene prior to police arrival.Following an extensive investigation, detectives from the Huntington Beach Police Department&rsquo;s Special Investigations Bureau identified the shooter as Sergio Mario Guevara, 38, of Huntington B]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-gang-suspect-arrested-for-march-shooting-that-injured-two/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2025 21:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-gang-suspect-arrested-for-march-shooting-that-injured-two/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman arrested for hit and run that killed a grandfather in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Irvine Police Traffic Detectives arrested a driver, on Thursday, July 3, suspected of being involved in a fatal hit and run on May 9, 2024.After the original IPD news release and social media posts, detectives received tips that helped them locate the involved Honda Civic parked on a residential street in Great Park on May 15, 2024.<br />
Inside the vehicle, identification documents belonging to Francis Guadalupe Tercero-Benavides, 24, of Anaheim, were found.<br />
Since then, Detectives worked tirelessly t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-arrested-for-hit-and-run-that-killed-a-grandfather-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2025 21:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-arrested-for-hit-and-run-that-killed-a-grandfather-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[9 arrested in Costa Mesa for drug offenses, public peeing and illegal camping]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Friday, the Costa Mesa Police Bike Detail, which includes three patrol officers, Community Policing officers, and Park Rangers, rode 30 miles to proactively address quality of life issues and crimes.<br />
They focused on retail centers, city parks, and residential neighborhoods.<br />
Busted for illegal camping in Costa Mesa<br />
This operation resulted in 9 arrests including for possession of drug paraphernalia, excretory function in public, unlawful camping, and obstruction of a sidewalk.<br />
Several individ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/9-arrested-in-costa-mesa-for-drug-offenses-public-peeing-and-illegal-camping/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Jul 2025 19:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/9-arrested-in-costa-mesa-for-drug-offenses-public-peeing-and-illegal-camping/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCDA forced to dissolve 13 O.C. gang injunctions by the State of California]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana &ndash; The Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office has proactively filed a motion to dissolve 13 active gang injunctions against 317 individuals across Orange County from being restricted by the injunctions&rsquo; requirements, including associating with known gang members and wearing known gang clothing, in a specific area claimed by a criminal street gang. The injunctions were implemented between 2006 and January 2015.Assembly Bill 333, enacted on&nbsp;January 1, 2022, signif]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocda-forced-to-dissolve-13-oc-gang-injunctions-by-the-state-of-california/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocda-forced-to-dissolve-13-oc-gang-injunctions-by-the-state-of-california/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. skinhead with Nazi tattoos convicted of hate crime for threatening a pregnant black woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A third-strike self-proclaimed skinhead with a history of violence and committing hate crimes was convicted Monday of criminal threats and a hate crime for chasing an 8-month pregnant black woman from a Fullerton bus stop and threatening to kill her unborn child while hurling racist epithets at the woman. He now faces a maximum sentence of 38-years-to-life.Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer successfully appealed the previous five-year sentence given to Tyson T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-skinhead-with-nazi-tattoos-convicted-of-hate-crime-for-threatening-a-pregnant-black-woman/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 23:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-skinhead-with-nazi-tattoos-convicted-of-hate-crime-for-threatening-a-pregnant-black-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police arrested two women for stealing $20K worth of merch from Lululemon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers, assigned to the South Coast Plaza Detail, responded to a grand theft from Lululemon involving four female suspects, according to the Costa Mesa Police.As officers responded, two suspects fled in a vehicle. That car was quickly located in the city but the brief pursuit was terminated after the vehicle drove onto the 55 freeway.The vehicle, which was monitored with assistance from the Huntington Beach Police Department helicopter and CHP &ndash; Santa Ana, eventually pulled over o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-two-women-for-stealing-20k-worth-of-merch-from-lululemon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-two-women-for-stealing-20k-worth-of-merch-from-lululemon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for a robber who targets taco shops]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are attempting to identify and locate a man involved in a robbery at a local taco shop, according to the SAPD.The victim reported that she was working behind the register as the cashier when the suspect, a male Hispanic wearing all black clothing and a baseball cap, abruptly entered the restaurant.<br />
#SantaAnaPD #WantedWednesday<br />
Detectives are attempting to identify and locate a man involved in a robbery at a local taco shop.The victim reported that she was working behind the register a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-robber-who-targets-taco-shops/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 07:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-robber-who-targets-taco-shops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License checkpoint on Friday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huntington Beach, CA &ndash; The Huntington Beach Police Department will hold a CDL/DUI Checkpoint on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits.Checkpoint locations are chosen based on the history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influenc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-friday-night/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 21:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-friday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tustin man who threatened a neighbor with a BB gun arrested after a police standoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 05/19/2025, at approximately 6 p.m., police officers responded with lights and sirens to the 1700 block of Saybrook Lane in reference to a neighbor dispute involving a male armed with a gun, according to the Tustin Police Department.<br />
During the incident, the suspect allegedly pointed the firearm at neighbors. The suspect fled into his residence before TPD&rsquo;s arrival.Officers arrived on the scene and immediately contained the suspect to his residence. The suspect refused to exit, and due]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/tustin-man-who-threatened-a-neighbor-with-a-bb-gun-arrested-after-a-police-standoff/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/tustin-man-who-threatened-a-neighbor-with-a-bb-gun-arrested-after-a-police-standoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County Career Fair set for May 22 in Tustin]]></title><description><![CDATA[TUSTIN, Calif.&nbsp;(May 15, 2025) &ndash; The&nbsp;County&nbsp;of&nbsp;Orange, in partnership with Second District Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento, will host a Career&nbsp;Fair&nbsp;in Tustin for job seekers and employers on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration, admission, and parking are free.&ldquo;This Career&nbsp;Fair&nbsp;is critically important to supporting economic opportunity for our hard-working residents and families,&rdquo; said the Second District Supervisor of]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-careerfairset-for-may-22-in-tustin/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 17:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-careerfairset-for-may-22-in-tustin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man charged with felony animal cruelty after luring, torturing cats to death]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Santa Ana man accused of luring cats with cat food in order to kidnap the animals to stomp them and beat them to death has been charged with felony animal cruelty along with felony theft of a companion animal for stealing a Bengal Lynx from a Westminster home. He is also accused of having methamphetamine on him when he was booked into jail, according to the OCDA.Alejandro Oliveros Acosta, 46, of Santa Ana faces a maximum sentence of four years and four months in if convicted of two counts of f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-charged-with-felony-animal-cruelty-after-luring-torturing-cats-to-death/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 17:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-charged-with-felony-animal-cruelty-after-luring-torturing-cats-to-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man arrested after shooting at neighbor; 1,000 rounds seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, SAPD SWAT operators served a warrant at an apartment complex for a suspect wanted in an assault with a deadly weapon investigation.<br />
Earlier this month, the suspect pointed a handgun at his neighbor and discharged the weapon once, narrowly missing the victim&rsquo;s feet. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Santa Ana Police Department (@santaana_pd)<br />
The police officers attempted to contact the suspect at his residence, but he had fled prior to their arrival.During a s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-after-shooting-at-neighbor-1000-rounds-seized/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 17:03:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-after-shooting-at-neighbor-1000-rounds-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. street racer was arrested after speeding at 108 mph on PCH]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 5/18 at approximately 8:10 AM, police officers observed a vehicle racing three others eastbound on Pacific Coast Highway East near Shake Shack, according to the Newport Beach Police Department.LIDAR confirmed the vehicle was traveling at 108 MPH.The driver was arrested and charged with:* 23109(a) CVC &ndash; Engaging in a speed contest (street racing)<br />
* 23103(a) CVC &ndash; Reckless driving<br />
* 22348(a) CVC &ndash; Exceeding 100 MPHAdditionally, the driver was served a priority DMV reexaminatio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-street-racer-was-arrested-after-speeding-at-108-mph-on-pch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-street-racer-was-arrested-after-speeding-at-108-mph-on-pch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Westminster cop facing 15 felony charges for workers’ comp fraud]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Westminster police officer has been charged with 15 felonies for stealing more than $600,000 in fraudulent workers&rsquo; compensation payments after she was caught dancing and drinking at the Stagecoach country music festival, skiing, running 5k races, and going to Disneyland all while claiming to be completely disabled due to a head injury she said she suffered while handcuffing a suspect, according to the OCDA.The former officer&rsquo;s stepfather, a licensed attorney who practices w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-westminster-cop-facing-15-felony-charges-for-workers-comp-fraud/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 20:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-westminster-cop-facing-15-felony-charges-for-workers-comp-fraud/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after Irvine police find a stolen gun and drugs in his car]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, an eagle-eyed police officer spotted a vehicle that looked suspiciously familiar&hellip; because it was, according to the Irvine Police Department.<br />
The car was previously tied to a narcotics investigation, and the sequel did not disappoint.During the stop, the police officers found an unreported stolen handgun and about 1/2 ounce of meth and fentanyl.Joshua Yousefivand, 32, of Redondo Beach, was arrested and booked on narcotics charges as well as gun charges.<br />
Yousefivand was]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-after-irvine-police-find-a-stolen-gun-and-drugs-in-his-car/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-after-irvine-police-find-a-stolen-gun-and-drugs-in-his-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A driver crashed into a fire hydrant at a shopping center in Orange this afternoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[An unfortunate driver somehow crashed their vehicle into a fire hydrant in a parking lot at 1435 W Chapman Avenue, right next to the Ralphs store.The incident was reported by the Orange Police Department at 12:30 p.m.While specific nationwide statistics on how often U.S. drivers crash into fire hydrants are not readily available, here&rsquo;s is some pertinent information:<br />
It happens regularly: Multiple sources indicate that vehicle collisions with fire hydrants are a fairly common occurrence. F]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-crashed-into-a-fire-hydrant-at-a-shopping-center-in-orange-this-afternoon/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 02:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-crashed-into-a-fire-hydrant-at-a-shopping-center-in-orange-this-afternoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. criminal was arrested again in someone else’s car with burglary tools and drugs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend, the Huntington Beach Police Department received a call from a local shopping center employee who noticed a man checking car door handles and eventually entering a car.<br />
When the police officers arrived, they found the man hiding in the backseat of a car that wasn&rsquo;t his.<br />
Not only that, the suspect also had stolen property, multiple IDs, credit cards that didn&rsquo;t belong to him, as well as burglary tools, and narcotics.After a little more digging, the officers discovered]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-criminal-was-arrested-again-in-someone-elses-car-with-burglary-tools-and-drugs/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-criminal-was-arrested-again-in-someone-elses-car-with-burglary-tools-and-drugs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four O.C. men were arrested for the murder of an Anaheim man]]></title><description><![CDATA[On May 14, 2025, the Huntington Beach Police Department made four arrests related to the September 15, 2024, homicide of 29-year-old Rozzalle Lamont Hellens, a male resident of Anaheim.<br />
Hellens was murdered in September outside a restaurant in downtown Huntington Beach. He was found outdoors of the Longboard Restaurant &amp; Bar on Main Street at around 2 a.m. on Sept. 15. He had sustained significant injuries that resulted in his death, according to the Huntington Beach Police.Rozzalle Lamont H]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-oc-men-were-arrested-for-the-murder-of-an-anaheim-man/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 03:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-oc-men-were-arrested-for-the-murder-of-an-anaheim-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man shot by the Fountain Valley police when he tried to take an officer’s gun]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Fountain Valley Police Department (FVPD) has released a Critical Incident Community Briefing video detailing the events surrounding an officer-involved shooting that occurred on Friday, January 24, 2025.The incident involved Osean McClintock, who was fatally shot during an altercation with a Fountain Valley Police Officer during a call for service.<br />
Fountain Police Department officers responded to the area on Jan. 24 for reports of someone trying to get into an occupied car near Kazuo Masuda]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-shot-by-the-fountain-valley-police-when-he-tried-to-take-an-officers-gun/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 18:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-shot-by-the-fountain-valley-police-when-he-tried-to-take-an-officers-gun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine Police seek suspect in fitting room peeping incident]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department needs your help identifying a man suspected of possibly trying to record or photograph a female inside a fitting room at the Spectrum American Eagle store.The man&rsquo;s image was captured on a surveillance video camera and released by the Irvine Police. The man appears to be tall with long wavy black hair and a black mustache with a soul patch. He was wearing tight khaki pants and a green top with a black jacket and tennis shoes.If you have any information, please]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-police-seek-suspect-in-fitting-room-peeping-incident/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 03:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-police-seek-suspect-in-fitting-room-peeping-incident/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for a bank robbery suspect  who fled on a bike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Robbery Detectives are attempting to identify and locate this suspect involved in an attempted robbery at a local bank in Santa Ana (address and the name of the business is being withheld for investigative reasons), according to the SAPD.On 4/30/25, at approximately 3:45 p.m., the suspect entered the bank, approached a teller, and placed a handwritten note against the glass, claiming to have a firearm. After approximately 30 seconds, the suspect exited the bank and fled southbound on a black mou]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-bank-robbery-suspect-who-fled-on-a-bike/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 02:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-bank-robbery-suspect-who-fled-on-a-bike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police seized a semi-auto handgun and ammo from three O.C. middle school students]]></title><description><![CDATA[On May 12, 2025, police officers responded to Vista View Middle School regarding a report of a student possibly in possession of a firearm, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.<br />
Three 6th grade students were detained in connection to the incident. A search of their backpacks led to the discovery of a semiautomatic handgun and ammunition.Preliminary investigation indicates this was not an active shooter incident. It appears to be an isolated event, and there is no ongoing threat to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-seized-a-semi-auto-handgun-and-ammo-from-three-oc-middle-school-students/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 01:41:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-seized-a-semi-auto-handgun-and-ammo-from-three-oc-middle-school-students/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested two armed suspects after a pursuit and seized their drugs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrol officers were conducting proactive enforcement in the area of Warner Avenue and Rene Drive when they attempted to stop a vehicle for code violations, according to the SAPD.Of course the vehicle failed to yield, and a police pursuit ensued before the suspects eventually surrendered.Officers searched the vehicle and found 1,000 grams of methamphetamine, 29.4 grams of fentanyl, and a loaded revolver that the suspects had attempted to discard.<br />
Both suspects were arrested and booked at the San]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-two-armed-suspects-after-a-pursuit-and-seized-their-drugs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 01:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-two-armed-suspects-after-a-pursuit-and-seized-their-drugs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A street racer was arrested after fleeing from police in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[On May 4, a 21-year-old man was spotted by a police officer driving at dangerously high speeds through town, according to the Irvine Police Department.When the officer called a red flag and tried to stop the aspiring &ldquo;Max Verstappen,&rdquo; the driver evaded the officer.<br />
In the interest of safety, the Irvine police officer decided to put the brakes on the pursuit. The driver made a dramatic pit stop at Irvine Valley College (IVC) and he then took off on foot.<br />
Street racer parks at the Irvi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-street-racer-was-arrested-after-fleeing-from-police-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-street-racer-was-arrested-after-fleeing-from-police-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DNA revealed that an O.C. John Doe was killed by a notorious serial killer]]></title><description><![CDATA[In November 2023, OC Sheriff Cold Case investigators identified a deceased John Doe found in unincorporated Laguna Hills in 1974 as Michael Ray Schlicht, 17, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Michael was long believed to be a victim of Kraft.In early 2024, investigators began looking through the Kraft investigation to find evidence related to Schlicht.<br />
While searching, investigators found evidence related to a 1980 John Doe from Oregon, who was also presumed to be a victim of Kraft.Investigators believe Kr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dna-revealed-that-an-oc-john-doe-was-killed-by-a-notorious-serial-killer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 00:16:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dna-revealed-that-an-oc-john-doe-was-killed-by-a-notorious-serial-killer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested a second suspect in the fatal shooting of a 13-year-old]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana Police Detectives have arrested a secondary suspect for a fatal shooting that occurred on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.On June 5, 2024, Santa Ana Police responded to a shooting near 900 W. Bishop Street, where they found two juvenile males&mdash;ages 13 and 16&mdash;suffering from gunshot wounds. A third juvenile victim, also age 13, was found nearby but was unharmed. Unfortunately, the 13-year-old shooting victim later succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital.On June 7, 2024, SAPD Hom]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-a-second-suspect-in-the-fatal-shooting-of-a-13-year-old/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 19:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-a-second-suspect-in-the-fatal-shooting-of-a-13-year-old/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kabo Kitchen, a new Mediterranean restaurant, now open near Santa Ana College]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana&rsquo;s Kabo Kitchen celebrated their grand opening today. Kabo Kitchen is a brand-new restaurant with drive-thru redefining fast food in Santa Ana with bold Baja flavor, Mediterranean cool, and 100% real food&mdash;no processed junk, ever.Kabo Kitchen Pita Wrap and fries<br />
Menu offerings include:<br />
SaladsKabo BowlsMedi Burgers (starting at $6.50)Plates, featuring Basmati Rice, Hummus and PitaTacos and Burritosand Pita Wraps<br />
They also will serve breakfast every morning until 10:30 a.m. and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/kabo-kitchen-a-new-mediterranean-restaurant-now-open-near-santa-ana-college/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 02:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/kabo-kitchen-a-new-mediterranean-restaurant-now-open-near-santa-ana-college/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An armed man was shot by O.C. Deputies when he moved towards them]]></title><description><![CDATA[Laguna Hills, Ca. (May 10, 2025): A deputy-involved shooting occurred on Saturday morning in a commercial parking lot in Laguna Hills, according to the Orange County Sheriff.On Saturday, May 10, at 8:03 a.m., O.C. Sheriff deputies responded to a disturbance call in the area of Ridge Route Drive and Moulton Parkway, Laguna Hills. Multiple callers stated that a male subject with two knives was seen in the area.A deputy located a male subject. The subject moved towards the deputy, armed with a knif]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-man-was-shot-by-oc-deputies-when-he-moved-towards-them/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 01:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-man-was-shot-by-oc-deputies-when-he-moved-towards-them/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. probationer arrested for fatally shooting a woman who was driving in Orange]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Amber Nicole Parsons was shot and killed while driving on Highland Street in Orange, according to the Orange Police Department.The unidentified male suspect, armed with a handgun, fled the area on foot.<br />
Orange Police Department detectives identified Allan Plata, a 21-year-old man from Orange, as the suspect in this homicide.<br />
Today at 5:20 pm, the Orange Police Department SWAT Team with the assistance of La Habra PD, surrounded a residence in the City of La Habra and serv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-probationer-arrested-for-fatally-shooting-a-woman-who-was-driving-in-orange/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 May 2025 00:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-probationer-arrested-for-fatally-shooting-a-woman-who-was-driving-in-orange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Costa Mesa police arrested two suspects and seized drugs and over $87K in cash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Costa Mesa Police Special Investigations Unit (SIU) detectives recently conducted a narcotics investigation with the CHP which led to an arrest in their city of a man from San Diego and a woman from Sacramento.<br />
The CMPD detectives seized a large amount of narcotics and over $87,000 in cash. This investigation is ongoing.Getting arrested with a large amount of narcotics and a significant sum of cash in Costa Mesa, CA can lead to severe penalties. The exact consequences depend on various factors,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costa-mesa-police-arrested-two-suspects-and-seized-drugs-and-over-87k-in-cash/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 02:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costa-mesa-police-arrested-two-suspects-and-seized-drugs-and-over-87k-in-cash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department will conduct a DUI and CDL Checkpoint on May 23]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department will hold a CDL/DUI Checkpoint on Friday, May 23, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits.Checkpoint locations are chosen based on the history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.The]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-department-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-may-23/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 00:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-department-will-conduct-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-on-may-23/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brother of Santa Ana High School student who was killed launches a GoFundMe page]]></title><description><![CDATA[A GoFundMe page has been launched by Misael Morales, the brother of Armando Morales, the 14-year-old who was fatally stabbed at Santa Ana High School this week.The student who did the stabbing has not been identified yet but he was charged with murder today by the OCDA.Misael wrote of his brother Armando that &ldquo;He was such a happy, smart kid and was always making everyone laugh.&rdquo;The GoFundMe page was launched to help pay for Armando&rsquo;s funeral expenses. The page has already raise]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/brother-of-santa-ana-high-school-student-who-was-killed-launches-a-gofundme-page/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 00:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/brother-of-santa-ana-high-school-student-who-was-killed-launches-a-gofundme-page/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana High School student charged with murder in fatal stabbing of 14-year-old classmate]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A teenager has been charged with murder for stabbing his 14-year-old Santa Ana High School classmate, Armando Morales, to death just after school ended Wednesday afternoon. The teenager has also been charged with two counts of assault with a deadly weapon for stabbing two other classmates.Per Welfare and Institutions Code Sections 827 and 828, the District Attorney&rsquo;s Office is prohibited from disclosing the name of juveniles involved in criminal investigations or]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-high-school-student-charged-with-murder-in-fatal-stabbing-of-14-year-old-classmate/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 23:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-high-school-student-charged-with-murder-in-fatal-stabbing-of-14-year-old-classmate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man who stole a vehicle in Fontana was busted in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On May 4 around 9:30 PM Orange County Sheriff SET deputies were patrolling near Bake Pkwy. and Towne Centre when they located a vehicle that had been stolen just an hour earlier out of Fontana, according to Lake Forest Police Services.With the assistance of the OC Sheriff&rsquo;s K9 team, the driver was detained and arrested for vehicle theft, and the vehicle was returned to its rightful owner.The SET team is described as being comprised of experienced and well-trained deputies focused on addres]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-who-stole-a-vehicle-in-fontana-was-busted-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 23:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-who-stole-a-vehicle-in-fontana-was-busted-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Orange Police Department will be conducting a DUI and CDL Checkpoint tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Orange Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint May 09, 2025 at 3100 East Chapman Avenue between the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.DUI Checkpoints like this one are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests. Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, with officers checking drivers for proper licensing.DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orange-police-department-will-be-conducting-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-tonight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 22:59:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orange-police-department-will-be-conducting-a-dui-and-cdl-checkpoint-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t miss the SAPD’s Community Police Academy, starting on July 9]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join the Santa Ana Police Department&rsquo;s Community Police Academy and learn about how the SAPD protects our community and works to keep us safe.Get an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at SAPD operations with their 10-week Academy, held every Wednesday (July 9 &ndash; September 10) from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Santa Ana Police Department.Learn firsthand from experts in Patrol, Investigations, K9, SWAT, Training, Communications, and more!Classroom and practical instruction will give you a dee]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dont-miss-the-sapds-community-police-academy-starting-on-july-9/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 21:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dont-miss-the-sapds-community-police-academy-starting-on-july-9/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Westminster Police are trying to identify a couple involved in theft/burglary]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police detectives are seeking information into the identity of two individuals concerning a theft/burglary investigation, according to the Westminster Police Department.The suspects are a man and a woman. They appear to be Hispanic. The Westminster Police released pictures of them in what appears to be a mini-mart or supermarket. The male suspect was wearing a black t-shirt, a gray and black jacket and a black baseball cap. He also had a wispy mustache. The woman had long black hair pulled backa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-couple-involved-in-theftburglary/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 20:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-couple-involved-in-theftburglary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Costa Mesa retail theft suspect arrested in L.A. with help from the CHP]]></title><description><![CDATA[Combating organized retail theft is a team effort which usually involves multiple agencies. Recently, an employee at a well-known retail chain in Costa Mesa notified the Costa Mesa Police that several items had been stolen from their shipping trailer amounting to about $120,000 in clothing, designer handbags, and shoes.<br />
Based on the initial investigation, it appeared the suspects were part of an organized retail theft crew.CMPD detectives were able to identify the suspect vehicles and tied them]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costa-mesa-retail-theft-suspect-arrested-in-la-with-help-from-the-chp/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 18:13:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costa-mesa-retail-theft-suspect-arrested-in-la-with-help-from-the-chp/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A DUI suspect was arrested after a hit and run crash in Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[A suspect was arrested after he was involved in a hit-and-run crash around noon, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department.After the suspect fled the scene, he was followed by the other driver involved and he was then stopped by a Costa Mesa police officer.<br />
A DUI evaluation was performed and the suspect was arrested after blowing a BAC three times over the legal limit. No serious injuries were reported.Thanks to the other driver, the Costa Mesa police got an impaired driver off the street qu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-suspect-was-arrested-after-a-hit-and-run-crash-in-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-suspect-was-arrested-after-a-hit-and-run-crash-in-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men arrested for stealing high-end apparel at the Irvine Spectrum]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, the Irvine Police worked with their close partner, Spectrum Security, to locate a suspicious person who was seen at the Irvine Spectrum.Officers observed multiple vehicle code violations as the man left in his vehicle and made a traffic stop.Inside the car, they located an unlicensed driver and a passenger.<br />
Stolen merch recovered by the Irvine Police<br />
During the investigation, officers found over $1,200 in merchandise stolen from Vuori and Lululemon. Two lined shopping bags (booster]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-arrested-for-stealing-high-end-apparel-at-the-irvine-spectrum/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 18:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-arrested-for-stealing-high-end-apparel-at-the-irvine-spectrum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three students were stabbed st Santa Ana High School today]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, at approximately 3:25 p.m., SAPD police officers responded to Santa Ana High School regarding a stabbing involving three victims, all believed to be students.The victims were transported to local hospitals; two are in stable condition, while one is in critical condition.SAPD officers, along with Santa Ana School Police, established a perimeter in the area in an effort to locate the outstanding suspects.<br />
The SAPD asks that you please stay away from the area.The post Three students were sta]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-students-were-stabbed-st-santa-ana-high-school-today/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 02:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-students-were-stabbed-st-santa-ana-high-school-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCDA warns: citations and prosecutions await participants of street takeovers and illegal car meets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Do you like to participate in illegal car meets, sideshows and street parties/takeovers? If so OCDA Todd Spitzer wants to remind you that these activities are crimes.<br />
If you perform reckless stunts and disrupt traffic flow, you endanger not only yourself, but your whole neighborhood.There are safe and responsible ways for car enthusiasts to celebrate their passion: street takeovers are NOT one of them.There is actually a state law here in California, AB 2807, that outlines the trouble you can ge]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocda-warns-citations-and-prosecutions-await-participants-of-street-takeovers-and-illegal-car-meets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocda-warns-citations-and-prosecutions-await-participants-of-street-takeovers-and-illegal-car-meets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The O.C. Superior Court celebrates Juror Appreciation Week, May 12-16]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, CA &ndash; The Orange County Superior Court will celebrate Juror Appreciation Week, May 12-16, to recognize the service and participation of jurors from our community.Recognition for jurors during the second week in May was established by a special resolution passed by the California Legislature in 1998 to acknowledge the important contributions of citizens who devote their time and effort in &ldquo;making the cherished right of trial by jury a reality.&rdquo; Jurors in Orange County]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-superior-court-celebrates-juror-appreciation-week-may-12-16/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 18:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-superior-court-celebrates-juror-appreciation-week-may-12-16/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. juvenile driver died and five others were injured in a crash with a tree]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shortly before noon today, Orange County Sheriff deputies responded to a single vehicle traffic collision near the intersection of Dana Point Harbor Drive and Island Way in Dana Point. &nbsp;The juvenile driver was found deceased upon thd deputies arrival.<br />
The other five juveniles were transported to the hospital. Three are in critical condition, but are expected to survive. Two others had minor injuries.<br />
The teen driver, was was behind the wheel of a Dodge pickup truck, reportedly ran into a tr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-juvenile-driver-died-and-five-others-were-injured-in-a-crash-with-a-tree/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 08:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-juvenile-driver-died-and-five-others-were-injured-in-a-crash-with-a-tree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An elderly woman with dementia and medical needs is missing in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Anaheim Police Department is seeking the public&rsquo;s help in locating Rebecca Swords, 77, who was last seen this morning near Harbor Blvd and Vermont Ave.<br />
Rebecca has dementia and is in need of medication. She uses a walker, which may be with her.If you see Rebecca or have any information, please call the Anaheim policeimmediately at 714-765-1900.<br />
The odds of an elderly person with dementia getting lost and returning without harm can vary based on several factors. Here are some key points]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-elderly-woman-with-dementia-and-medical-needs-is-missing-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 07:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-elderly-woman-with-dementia-and-medical-needs-is-missing-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North O.C. man arrested after stabbing himself during police standoff following family assault]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today at approximately 9:52 a.m. at the 400 block of Maravilla Lane, police officers responded to a call regarding a family disturbance, according to the Brea Police Department.Police officers arrived and attempted to contact one of the parties involved who barricaded himself inside the residence.<br />
&nbsp;The Brea Police SWAT team came to the scene to negotiate with the barricaded man, who was wanted by the police for a felony assault against another family member, that happened the day before.&nb]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/north-oc-man-arrested-after-stabbing-himself-during-police-standoff-following-family-assault/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 07:43:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/north-oc-man-arrested-after-stabbing-himself-during-police-standoff-following-family-assault/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two L.A. County men arrested for impersonating federal agents in $19,000 scam of O.C. victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police Department has seen an increase in fraud and grand theft where thieves tend to target elder residents but they do not discriminate on age.<br />
In one recent incident, a 19-year-old was contacted by individuals falsely claiming to be federal agents. Under the guise of protecting her assets from supposed fraudulent activity linked to her Social Security number, the suspects instructed the victim to withdraw her savings and deliver them in cash.<br />
The victim lost over $19,000 and th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-la-county-men-arrested-for-impersonating-federal-agents-in-19000-scam-of-oc-victim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 19:46:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-la-county-men-arrested-for-impersonating-federal-agents-in-19000-scam-of-oc-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man arrested for fentanyl possession after being found passed out in car]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend, a concerned citizen alerted the Huntington Beach Police Department about someone slumped over in the driver&rsquo;s seat of a running car.<br />
When the police officers arrived, they found the man passed out, and what was right next to him? Fentanyl &ndash; in plain sight.The officers woke him up, and he was quickly taken into custody.<br />
Once at the jail, the officers discovered that this wasn&rsquo;t the suspect&rsquo;s first rodeo&mdash;he had multiple prior arrests for controlled s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-arrested-for-fentanyl-possession-after-being-found-passed-out-in-car/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 19:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-arrested-for-fentanyl-possession-after-being-found-passed-out-in-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. County man arrested for trafficking a missing teen in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Matthew Polidore, a 23-year-old man from Hawthorne, has been arrested and charged with human trafficking after investigators with the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force (OCHTTF) located a missing 17-year-old girl in Los Angeles, according to the Anaheim Police Department.The investigation began after the Irvine Police Department reported the teen missing and possibly being exploited. OCHTTF investigators launched an immediate search, ultimately locating the victim and arresting Poli]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-arrested-for-trafficking-a-missing-teen-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 18:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-arrested-for-trafficking-a-missing-teen-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woman fatally shot in early morning drive-by in Orange]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 12:30 a.m., a Honda SUV was traveling south on N. Highland Street approaching E. Del Mar Avenue, according to the Orange Police Department.An unknown male suspect shot multiple rounds into the car.&nbsp; The driver, a female adult, was struck and pronounced deceased at the scene.&nbsp;<br />
A female adult passenger was sitting in the front seat and was uninjured.&nbsp;The suspect fled on foot and there is no additional information available at this time.&nbsp;Orange police]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-fatally-shot-in-early-morning-drive-by-in-orange/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/woman-fatally-shot-in-early-morning-drive-by-in-orange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don’t have a Cinco de uh oh in Orange today]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Orange Police Department encourages the public to celebrate Cinco de Mayo responsibly by planning ahead and designating a sober driver.On May 5, the Orange Police Department will have additional officers on patrol looking for drivers suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.&ldquo;Don&rsquo;t put yourself and others on the road at risk by driving impaired,&rdquo; Sergeant David Barr said. &ldquo;If you&rsquo;re planning to celebrate with a drink or two, leave your key]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dont-have-a-cinco-de-uh-oh-in-orange-today/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 19:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dont-have-a-cinco-de-uh-oh-in-orange-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Westminster Police will conduct a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation this Tuesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[On May 6, 2025, the Westminster Police Department will conduct a bicycle and pedestrian safety operation.<br />
This means that if you are planning on driving through the Westminster area tomorrow then you better drive safely, share the road, and remember to double-check for cyclists and pedestrians.In Westminster, CA, penalties for unsafe driving around pedestrians and bicyclists can be quite severe. Here are some key points:Penalties<br />
Fines: The base fine for failing to yield to pedestrians at crossw]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-will-conduct-a-bicycle-and-pedestrian-safety-operation-this-tuesday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 May 2025 19:22:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-will-conduct-a-bicycle-and-pedestrian-safety-operation-this-tuesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. community rallies to support young boy after tragic loss of mother in crash with an OCTA bus]]></title><description><![CDATA[We posted last month about a fatal collision that happened on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 6:48 a.m. in Fullerton when a man driving a Tesla ran a red light near the intersection of E. Orangethorpe Ave and S. State College Blvd. at 6:48 a.m.For whatever odd reason the OC Coroner still has not identified the man but we now know the identity of his passenger. Her name was Angy Velasquez, a woman who had just turned 21.Velasquez and her boyfriend had left a gathering that morning and she was sittin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-community-rallies-to-support-young-boy-after-tragic-loss-of-mother-in-crash-with-an-octa-bus/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2025 19:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-community-rallies-to-support-young-boy-after-tragic-loss-of-mother-in-crash-with-an-octa-bus/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect arrested after fleeing from a hit and run collision in Tustin]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, the Tustin Police Department was alerted of a roll over vehicle collision near Walnut Avenue and Atherton Lane.<br />
The driver who caused the collision decided not to stick around to talk, but instead left behind his wrecked car and, unfortunately for him, a lot of evidence too.<br />
A keen eyed resident spotted a suspicious male near the scene and alerted the Tustin Police.That tip led the police officers straight to the suspect, who had injuries consistent with the collision.<br />
The suspect]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-arrested-after-fleeing-from-a-hit-and-run-collision-in-tustin/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2025 08:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-arrested-after-fleeing-from-a-hit-and-run-collision-in-tustin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine man arrested after a horrific fatal DUI collision in west Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[STANTON, Calif. (May 3, 2025) On Friday, May 2, 2025, at about 11 p.m., Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Deputies responded to the report of a traffic collision involving multiple vehicles at the intersection of Magnolia Avenue and Pacific Avenue in Stanton.<br />
Deputies arrived and discovered that a Dodge sedan and a Toyota van had been involved in an apparent head-on collision, striking an unoccupied parked vehicle.The driver of the van, Hoanh Thanh Ngo, 55, of Stanton, succumbed to his injuries sust]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-man-arrested-after-a-horrific-fatal-dui-collision-in-west-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2025 08:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-man-arrested-after-a-horrific-fatal-dui-collision-in-west-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several coastal O.C. drivers were recently arrested after DUI-related collisions]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department has recently arrested several impaired drivers and responded to DUI-related crashes, all of which were completely preventable.<br />
On this Cinco de Mayo, if you&rsquo;re celebrating in Huntington Beach, don&rsquo;t let it end in handcuffs&mdash;or worse.A DUI can cost lives, cause serious injuries, and hit your wallet hard with fines up to $13,500. It&rsquo;s not worth it.Remember to:<br />
Use a ride-shareDesignate a sober driverMake a plan BEFORE you party<br />
DUI susp]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-coastal-oc-drivers-were-recently-arrested-after-dui-related-collisions/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 22:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-coastal-oc-drivers-were-recently-arrested-after-dui-related-collisions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed Santa Ana gangbangers arrested for drug use near an apartment laundry room]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana&rsquo;s gangbangers are generally not the smartest individuals. Time and again they get arrested and prove once more that they are a few sandwiches short of a picnic.Case in point, recently SAPD police officers came across a typical group of them as they were using narcotics near a laundry facility at an apartment complexaccording to the SAPD.Why would these gangbangers resort to using drugs in public at a laundry facility no less? Perhaps they were washing their dirty baggy jeans? Or]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-santa-ana-gangbangers-arrested-for-drug-use-near-an-apartment-laundry-room/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 21:45:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-santa-ana-gangbangers-arrested-for-drug-use-near-an-apartment-laundry-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A package theft suspect sleeping in his car in Irvine was arrested on several felony charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, police officers responded to the 30 block of Prism regarding a suspicious vehicle possibly associated with previous package thefts, according to the Irvine Police Department.The officers found Francisco Herrera Del Campo, 41, of Oceanside, sleeping in his car, but his nap did not end with sweet dreams.Items recovered from a theft suspect in Irvine<br />
Inside his car, officers unearthed a treasure trove of bad decisions: narcotics, stolen credit cards, a disabled placard that did not bel]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-package-theft-suspect-sleeping-in-his-car-in-irvine-was-arrested-on-several-felony-charges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 21:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-package-theft-suspect-sleeping-in-his-car-in-irvine-was-arrested-on-several-felony-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana street closures set for this Sunday due to the OC Marathon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Heads up, Santa Ana Community!Street closures will be in effect due to the OC Marathon on Sunday, May 4, 2025, impacting Santa Ana, Newport Beach, and Costa Mesa from 4 a.m. to as late as 2 p.m.<br />
If you&rsquo;re heading out, plan ahead to avoid delays and detours!In Santa Ana, these streets will be closed on May 4:<br />
Raitt St (northbound from Sunflower Ave to Segerstrom Ave)Alton Ave (both directions from Greenville St to Bear St)Segerstrom Ave (eastbound from Raitt St to Santa Ana River Trail)Sege]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-set-for-this-sunday-due-to-the-oc-marathon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 03:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-set-for-this-sunday-due-to-the-oc-marathon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County’s AAA credit rating has been affirmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. (May 1, 2025) &ndash; The County of Orange is pleased to announce that on April 24, 2025, Fitch Ratings affirmed the County&rsquo;s Issuer Default Rating of AAA with a stable outlook. The rating represents the highest credit quality and lowest risk of default in the industry.&ldquo;The County has come a long way to improve its financial standing, while also creating innovative programs and improving existing services for our residents. The affirmation of the AAA rating from Fit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-countys-aaa-credit-rating-has-been-affirmed/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 20:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-countys-aaa-credit-rating-has-been-affirmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An SAPD vehicle collided in an intersection while trying to pull over a red light runner]]></title><description><![CDATA[A driver ran a red light and ended up causing another vehicle to collide with an SAPD vehicle, on April 30.The driver ran the red light at the intersection of East 1st Street and North Grand Avenue at around 11:44 p.m. This prompted the SAPD police officer to try to pull over the vehicle but then the police vehicle collided with another vehicle in the intersection according to County News.<br />
The driver and the police officer ended up with minor injuries. The driver was taken to a nearby hospital w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-sapd-vehicle-collided-in-an-intersection-while-trying-to-pull-over-a-red-light-runner/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-sapd-vehicle-collided-in-an-intersection-while-trying-to-pull-over-a-red-light-runner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine parents panicked when a boy brought what looked like a gun to an elementary school]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, the Irvine Police Department received reports of an Loma Ridge Elementary School student placing an object that resembled a firearm into his backpack as he was walking in a public area.<br />
The Irvine Police Department&rsquo;s Youth Services Unit quickly partnered with the Irvine Unified School District (IUSD) and located the student.<br />
The officers determined the object was a 3-D-printed toy. The object was solid, did not have a movable trigger or hammer, and could not fire anyth]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-parents-panicked-when-a-boy-brought-what-looked-like-a-gun-to-an-elementary-school/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 18:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-parents-panicked-when-a-boy-brought-what-looked-like-a-gun-to-an-elementary-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Expect street closures and traffic for the OC Marathon this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[This weekend is the 21st annual OC Marathon! The Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) will be monitoring traffic and road closures for the event. For the safety of the community and the event participants, CMPD reminds everyone to follow traffic sign directions and obey the rules of the road.There will be various closures and detours from the OC Fairgrounds to the Fashion Island area in Newport Beach, including these busy areas:<br />
Harbor Boulevard at Merrimac Way to Fairview Road (alternate route s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/expect-street-closures-and-traffic-for-the-oc-marathon-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 23:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/expect-street-closures-and-traffic-for-the-oc-marathon-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Placentia Police will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint this Friday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Placentia Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint this Friday at an undisclosed location in the city, starting at 8:00 p.m.Checkpoint locations are based on areas with a history of DUI-related crashes and arrests. Our goal is not to make arrests&mdash;but to keep our roads safe and deter impaired driving.Officers will screen drivers for signs of alcohol and drug impairment.Remember, a DUI doesn&rsquo;t just mean alcohol. Some prescriptions, over-the-count]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-placentia-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-this-friday-night/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-placentia-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-this-friday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine man arrested for using a stolen credit card to buy apparel at the Spectrum]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, police officers received reports of a credit card being fraudulently used at multiple stores at the Spectrum in Irvine, according to the Irvine Police Department.<br />
The dynamic duo of Irvine police officers assigned to the Spectrum, who have a high interest in crime fighting, followed the paper and evidence trail to a man living here in Irvine.Moustapha Diop shopping at the Spectrum with a stolen credit card<br />
The officers obtained a confession from the suspect, Moustapha Diop, and recove]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-man-arrested-for-using-a-stolen-credit-card-to-buy-apparel-at-the-spectrum/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 18:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-man-arrested-for-using-a-stolen-credit-card-to-buy-apparel-at-the-spectrum/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for a violent skateboarder who attacked a store employee]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are attempting to identify and locate a suspect who attempted to steal an item from Superior Grocers, located at 1710 S. Main St., according to the SAPD.<br />
When confronted by an employee, the suspect threw his beverage at the victim&rsquo;s face and assaulted him multiple times with a skateboard.Suspect description: Male, Hispanic, 30s, 5&rsquo;5-5&rsquo;6 tall, with short curly hair and a goatee. ** He may also have a tattoo on the left side of his neckAnyone with information regarding]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-violent-skateboarder-who-attacked-a-store-employee/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 01:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-violent-skateboarder-who-attacked-a-store-employee/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Repeat O.C. domestic abuser found guilty of violently fatally stabbing his girlfriend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Craig James Charron, a 39-year-old Air Force veteran, has been found guilty of violently and fatally stabbing his girlfriend, Laura Sardinha, 25, at their Huntington Beach apartment in September 2020.<br />
The jury decided the matter quickly. They began their deliberations on Monday afternoon and by the next morning they had reached a guilty verdict.The jury found Charron guilty of first-degree murder. The conviction includes a sentencing enhancement for the personal use of a knife. He is set to be s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/repeat-oc-domestic-abuser-found-guilty-of-violently-fatally-stabbing-his-girlfriend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 01:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/repeat-oc-domestic-abuser-found-guilty-of-violently-fatally-stabbing-his-girlfriend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle in Buena Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[On April 25, 2025, at approximately 10:23 p.m., Buena Park Police officers were dispatched to the area of Knott Avenue and Younger Drive regarding a vehicle versus pedestrian traffic collision.Upon arrival, officers and Orange County Fire Authority found the pedestrian deceased. The driver of the involved vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated fully with our investigation.<br />
The Buena Park Police Department&rsquo;s Serious Collision Investigation Detail (SCID) was activated and responded to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-buena-park/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-buena-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Honda Center is getting a $1B facelift]]></title><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif., /PRNewswire/ &mdash; OC Sports &amp; Entertainment (OCSE), an affiliate of the operator of the city-owned Honda Center, today announced Honda Center Encore &mdash; a $1 billion privately funded transformation that will reimagine the guest experience at the iconic arena. The project is being spearheaded and funded by the Samueli Family, owners of the Anaheim Ducks and longtime stewards of Honda Center.The comprehensive renovations, which will reimagine nearly all aspects of the v]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-honda-center-is-getting-a-1b-facelift/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-honda-center-is-getting-a-1b-facelift/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New study finds O.C.’s Latino households are struggling the most]]></title><description><![CDATA[United Ways of California&nbsp;released&nbsp;The Real Cost Measure in California 2025, a&nbsp;tally of basic needs that goes beyond the federal poverty line to reflect the actual cost of living, including food, housing, transportation, childcare, out-of-pocket health expenses and taxes. In Orange County, more than 1 in 3 households (34%) fall below the Real Cost Measure.&ldquo;The Real Cost Measure provides critically important data about how many families in Orange County struggle to make ends]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-study-finds-ocs-latino-households-are-struggling-the-most/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 18:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-study-finds-ocs-latino-households-are-struggling-the-most/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two men stole $11K in cash and jewelry from a home in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 22, between 6 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., two suspects broke into a home near S. Greenwich St. while the residents were away for Ramadan, according to the Anaheim Police Department.The suspects disabled the alarm system and then stole over $11,000 in cash and jewelry before leaving in a gray or silver minivan.Picture courtesy of the Anaheim Police Dept.<br />
The Anaheim Police Department is asking for the community&rsquo;s help to identify the individuals seen in these photos. If you recognize them&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-stole-11k-in-cash-and-jewelry-from-a-home-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-men-stole-11k-in-cash-and-jewelry-from-a-home-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ex-Santa Ana resident sentenced for $500K sober living home kickbacks]]></title><description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES &ndash; A former resident of Orange County was sentenced on Thursday to 84 months in federal prison for soliciting and receiving nearly $500,000 in illegal kickbacks from corrupt sober living homes in exchange for finding them new patients in a process known as &ldquo;body brokering&rdquo; and for firearms trafficking.Darius Moore, 31, formerly of Santa Ana but most recently of North Carolina, was sentenced by United States District Judge Josephine L. Staton.Moore pleaded guilty in N]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ex-santa-ana-resident-sentenced-for-500k-sober-living-home-kickbacks/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:57:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ex-santa-ana-resident-sentenced-for-500k-sober-living-home-kickbacks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Community Alert: over 60 streetlights vandalized by wire thieves in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Anaheim is experiencing a significant rise in copper wire thefts, with over 60 streetlights vandalized since early 2023, according to the Anaheim Police Department.<br />
The thieves are targeting utility poles and light boxes, cutting out the wires to extract valuable copper which they can sell to recyclers.This criminal activity has led to widespread outages, leaving neighborhoods in the dark and compromising public safety.How You Can Help:<br />
Junk Dealers and Recyclers: Must follow strict]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/community-alert-over-60-streetlights-vandalized-by-wire-thieves-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 22:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/community-alert-over-60-streetlights-vandalized-by-wire-thieves-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Anaheim Police arrested five suspects and seized $2.7M worth of illegal marijuana products]]></title><description><![CDATA[California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a huge $2.7 million dollar marijuana bust that took place in Orange County with the help of the Anaheim Police Department and the California Department of Cannabis Control.In total the Anaheim police seized:<br />
1,788 illegal cannabis plants98.76 pounds of cannabis concentrate413 pounds of illegal cannabis flowers<br />
The Anaheim Police also arrested five suspects.This operation took place on April 16.Illegal marijuana sales in California result in significant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-arrested-five-suspects-and-seized-27m-worth-of-illegal-marijuana-products/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 19:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-arrested-five-suspects-and-seized-27m-worth-of-illegal-marijuana-products/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Garden Grove Police arrested four drivers at last Friday night’s DUI checkpoint]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, the Garden Grove Police Department&rsquo;s Neighborhood Traffic Unit conducted a DUI Checkpoint.A total of 823 vehicles were screened which resulted in 4 DUI arrests and 7 citations being issued.On average, DUI checkpoints in California result in a significant number of arrests. In 2022, there were approximately 123,000 DUI arrests across the state.In California, the number of fatalities due to drunk driving has been significant. In 2022, there were&nbsp;1,479 alcohol-impaired driving]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-arrested-four-drivers-at-last-friday-nights-dui-checkpoint/</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 01:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-arrested-four-drivers-at-last-friday-nights-dui-checkpoint/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Over 100 protestors spoke out against the Santa Ana cat killer on Sunday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Around 100-200 people gathered outside the home of alleged serial cat killer Alejandro Oliveros Acosta on Sunday night, according to OC Community Cats.<br />
Acosta was recently arrested on suspicion of felony animal abuse, and his bail was set at $20,000. He was however quickly released from jail.Picture Courtesy of OC Community Cats<br />
Many of the people at the vigil were neighbors whose cats had gone missing. They placed around a dozen candles outside Acosta&rsquo;s home, along with photos of his cat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/over-100-protestors-spoke-out-against-the-santa-ana-cat-killer-on-sunday-night/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 22:15:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/over-100-protestors-spoke-out-against-the-santa-ana-cat-killer-on-sunday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two distraction theft suspects were arrested in south Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Monday, Orange County Sheriff deputies were dispatched to a nearby business (a Trader Joe&rsquo;s) for two individuals suspected of a distraction theft according to Rancho Santa Margarita Police Services.Thanks to the quick response, the deputies were able to quickly locate the two individuals, who had left the area in two different directions.<br />
The suspects were found, identified and arrested for charges related to the incident.The RSMPS wants to thank the quick actions and follow-through f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-distraction-theft-suspects-were-arrested-in-south-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 21:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-distraction-theft-suspects-were-arrested-in-south-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several gang suspects were detained after tagging a wall in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, just before 7 p.m., a concerned citizen called the police to report several gang members vandalizing the community with gang graffiti in the 2300 block of Iris Ct., according to the Fullerton Police Department.<br />
Multiple police units, including the FPD Gang Unit, responded to the area.<br />
The gang detectives observed an adult male vandalizing a wall with gang graffiti in an alley. They quickly contacted and detained the adult male, as well as four juveniles who were trying to flee the sc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-gang-suspects-were-detained-after-tagging-a-wall-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 07:02:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-gang-suspects-were-detained-after-tagging-a-wall-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dead bat found in South Orange County tested positive for rabies]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Santa&nbsp;Ana, CA)&nbsp;&mdash;&nbsp;&nbsp;A bat found at Rancho Santa Margarita Lake has tested positive for rabies. The bat was found on the ground near a walking path around the lake on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m.&nbsp;Anyone who may have had physical contact with this bat or saw someone else having contact with the bat is asked to call the OC Health Care Agency (HCA) Communicable Disease Control Division at (714) 834-8180 to determine the risk for rabies.&nbsp;This]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dead-bat-found-in-south-orange-county-tested-positive-for-rabies/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 21:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dead-bat-found-in-south-orange-county-tested-positive-for-rabies/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man gets 75 years to life in prison for deplorable crimes against two young O.C. girls]]></title><description><![CDATA[Edward Alexander Plass, a 55-year-old man, finally paid the price for his crimes when he was sentenced on Friday to 75 years to life in prison for m*lesting two girls in Garden Grove.Plass was convicted on Nov. 1 with felony charges including four counts of oral c*pulation or s*xual penetration of a child 10 years old or younger and two counts of l*wd or l*scivious acts on a minor younger than 14.The trial took place at the Harbor Justice Center in Newport Beach.Plass was convicted of m*lesting]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-gets-75-years-to-life-in-prison-for-deplorable-crimes-against-two-young-oc-girls/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 20:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-gets-75-years-to-life-in-prison-for-deplorable-crimes-against-two-young-oc-girls/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five drivers were cited for driving without a license at a checkpoint in North O.C. last night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, the Fullerton Police Deparment conducted a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint in the area of Harbor Blvd and Orangethorpe Ave.<br />
1,076 vehicles drove through the checkpoint and 530 drivers were checked. Five citations were issued for driving without a valid license. No one was arrested on DUI chrages.The deterrent effect of High Visibility Enforcement using DUI checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols has proven to lower the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug-impa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/five-drivers-were-cited-for-driving-without-a-license-at-a-checkpoint-in-north-oc-last-night/</link><pubDate>Sun, 27 Apr 2025 05:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/five-drivers-were-cited-for-driving-without-a-license-at-a-checkpoint-in-north-oc-last-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Fun Run returns on May 17]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash;&nbsp;Dust off your bell-bottoms and tie-dye shirts! The Santa Ana Fun Run is back with a far-out &rsquo;70s theme, set to take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Runners and walkers of all levels are invited to join this groovy community event featuring 5K and 10K races.Registration is required to participate and is now open. Early birds can boogie down with discounted fees: $10 for the 5K and $25 for the 10K, with prices increasing after April 17 to $15 for the 5k and $3]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-fun-run-returns-on-may-17/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 20:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-fun-run-returns-on-may-17/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. man was fatally shot at an apartment and a person of interest was arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County Sheriff deputies responded to a report of a shooting in an apartment on La Glorietta around 7:30 p.m., according to Mission Viejo Police Services.Upon arrival, the deputies located a male adult suffering from gunshot wounds.<br />
The victim was provided medical attention and transported to the hospital by Orange County Fire Authority, where he was pronounced deceased.<br />
The victim has been identified as Miguel Joaquin Mata, 39, of Mission Viejo.Deputies established a perimeter and located]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-man-was-fatally-shot-at-an-apartment-and-a-person-of-interest-was-arrested/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 20:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-man-was-fatally-shot-at-an-apartment-and-a-person-of-interest-was-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three commercial burglary suspects ran but could not outrun SAPD police officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, April 23, 2025, police officers responded to a commercial burglary in progress at the 200 block of W. 1st St., according to the SAPD.As the officers arrived, a suspect vehicle was seen fleeing the scene, prompting a vehicle pursuit.During the pursuit, two individuals exited the suspect vehicle and ran to a parked vehicle, leading to two simultaneous pursuits.The suspects utterly failed to get away as both pursuits safely concluded with the arrest of two juveniles and one adult.<br />
End]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-commercial-burglary-suspects-ran-but-could-not-outrun-sapd-police-officers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 19:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-commercial-burglary-suspects-ran-but-could-not-outrun-sapd-police-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several armed gangbangers on probation were arrested in Westminster on felony charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, gang detectives along with Orange County Probation officers observed several documented gang members who were on probation congregating with each other, according to the Westminster Police Department.<br />
When the detectives jumped out, two of the suspects decided to run and three others were detained at the scene.<br />
The detectives located a loaded unserialized firearm that the suspects tried to hide to no avail.<br />
The three subjects were arrested for probation violations, gang charges and f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-armed-gangbangers-on-probation-were-arrested-in-westminster-on-felony-charges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 01:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-armed-gangbangers-on-probation-were-arrested-in-westminster-on-felony-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Tustin man was fatally shot in the back by a drive-by shooter]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police Detectives are seeking the public&rsquo;s assistance with an ongoing homicide investigation, according to the Tustin Police Department.On Sunday, August 13, 2023, at 6:31 AM, the Tustin Police Department responded to a call of gunshots fired in the area of Pasadena Ave and Carlann Cr.<br />
A 31-year-old male was located in the area suffering from a single gunshot wound to the back. This subject was transported to a local hospital, where he was declared deceased.<br />
The investigation revealed that]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-tustin-man-was-fatally-shot-in-the-back-by-a-drive-by-shooter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 18:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-tustin-man-was-fatally-shot-in-the-back-by-a-drive-by-shooter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three L.A. suspects arrested for stealing from five stores in Orange and San Diego Counties]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 31, Jaylaine Stewart stole medication from a Grocery Outlet located at 4730 Barranca Pkwy., in Irvine, while one female distracted an employee and the other waited in their getaway car, according to the Irvine Police Department.When an employee confronted Stewart, he pushed the employee and fled.Yesterday, the long arm of the law caught up with the trio in Oceanside, where they had just finished a theft.<br />
Jaylaine Stewart steals meds from the Grocery Outlet in Irvine<br />
It turns out that th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-la-suspects-arrested-for-stealing-from-five-stores-in-orange-and-san-diego-counties/</link><pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-la-suspects-arrested-for-stealing-from-five-stores-in-orange-and-san-diego-counties/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police are searching for a wallet thief with a mullet and his accomplice]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department is searching for two men suspected of stealing a victim&rsquo;s wallet from the Trader Joe&rsquo;s at 4225 Campus Drive recently.<br />
One of the individuals was sporting indoor sunglasses and a mullet &ndash; bold fashion choices.<br />
The suspects used the victim&rsquo;s credit card to buy a fancy phone at a nearby Best Buy.Picture Courtesy of the Irvine Police Dept.<br />
The Irvine Police have a few questions&hellip;<br />
Is the mullet making a comeback? (Editor&rsquo;s note: does th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-searching-for-a-wallet-thief-with-a-mullet-and-his-accomplice/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:01:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-searching-for-a-wallet-thief-with-a-mullet-and-his-accomplice/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An undocumented felon who killed two O.C. teens in a DUI collision may be getting out of prison early]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer released the following statement:Oscar Eduardo Ortega-Anguiano, a convicted felon who was twice previously deported is being released after serving just a fraction of his sentence for killing two 19-year-olds, Anya Varfolomeev and Nicholay Osokin in an Orange County DUI crash in November of 2021, because California Governor Gavin Newsom and the State Legislature refuse to hold criminals accountable.This was not a plea deal. T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-undocumented-felon-who-killed-two-oc-teens-in-a-dui-collision-may-be-getting-out-of-prison-early/</link><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-undocumented-felon-who-killed-two-oc-teens-in-a-dui-collision-may-be-getting-out-of-prison-early/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Notorious suspect in Santa Ana cat killings finally arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. (April 23, 2025)&mdash;A 45-year-old man was arrested for animal cruelty involving cats.Over several weeks, the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple disturbing reports involving the suspected abuse and killing of cats in a local neighborhood.<br />
#SantaAnaPD #PressRelease Arrest Made in Serial Cat Killer InvestigationSANTA ANA, Calif. (April 23, 2025)&mdash;A 45-year-old man was arrested for animal cruelty involving cats.Over several weeks, the Santa Ana Police Department]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/notorious-suspect-in-santa-ana-cat-killings-finally-arrested/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 21:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/notorious-suspect-in-santa-ana-cat-killings-finally-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A teenage girl is missing after going to Disneyland]]></title><description><![CDATA[UPDATE: She has been found safe as of April 25 at 9 a.m. per the Anaheim Police Department.The Anaheim Police Department is asking for the public&rsquo;s help in locating 16-year-old Annie Kathleen, last seen Sunday (April 20) at Disney California Adventure Park.<br />
Annie is not familiar with the area&mdash;her family is from Calipatria, CA.She is described as:<br />
Female, Hispanic5&rsquo;5&rdquo;, 130 lbsBrown hair, brown eyes<br />
There are concerns for her well-being, and her family is extremely worried.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-teenage-girl-is-missing-after-going-to-disneyland/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 21:14:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-teenage-girl-is-missing-after-going-to-disneyland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Anaheim Police will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on April 25]]></title><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 22, 2025) &ndash; The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will conduct a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint on Friday, April 25, 2025, in West Anaheim, starting at 6:00 p.m.Checkpoint locations are selected based on a history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired. During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-april-25/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-april-25/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Anaheim Police update the fatal shooting of a felony suspect in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif.&ndash; An officer-involved shooting occurred after a vehicle pursuit of a felony aggravated assault suspect. A handgun was located in the suspect&rsquo;s vehicle.On April 16, 2025, at approximately 7:45 p.m., Anaheim Police officers responded to the Kona Motel located at 331 N. Brookhurst St. after they received a call that someone had been shot.<br />
Officers arrived on scene within one minute of the call and located a male adult victim who suffered from a gunshot wound.<br />
Officers wer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-update-the-fatal-shooting-of-a-felony-suspect-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 19:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-anaheim-police-update-the-fatal-shooting-of-a-felony-suspect-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach police will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on April 25]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huntington Beach, CA &ndash; The Huntington Beach Police Department will hold a CDL/DUI Checkpoint on Friday, April 25, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits.Checkpoint locations are chosen based on the history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-april-25/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 19:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-april-25/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tustin police arrested 9 suspects during vehicle, bike stops, and pedestrian checks last Friday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers were busy proactively reducing crime last Friday night, according to the Tustin Police Department.Between just 7-11 p.m., Tustin police officers made nine proactive arrests stemming from traffic stops, bicycle stops, or pedestrian checks.<br />
The arrests ranged in severity from felony and misdemeanor warrants, probation violations, and drug charges.To our weekend night watch officers, keep up the good work!Here&rsquo;s a brief overview of the penalties for the offenses noted above, i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/tustin-police-arrested-9-suspects-during-vehicle-bike-stops-and-pedestrian-checks-last-friday-night/</link><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/tustin-police-arrested-9-suspects-during-vehicle-bike-stops-and-pedestrian-checks-last-friday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is finally trying to track down a notorious cat killer]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Police Department has posted on X that they are &ldquo;aware of a viral animal cruelty case involving cats in the area of Sullivan Street and McFadden Avenue.&rdquo;SAPDpolice detectives are actively investigating these incidents and encourage anyone who may be a victim or witness to contact Police Investigative Specialist S. Guzman at (714) 245-8416 or SGuzman@santa-ana.org.Fox News 11 posted an article with comments from many Santa Ana residents who have been posting on the Next]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-finally-trying-to-track-down-a-notorious-cat-killer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-finally-trying-to-track-down-a-notorious-cat-killer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Segerstrom High School’s varsity baseball team punished for CIF violations; coach and principal removed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Segerstrom High School Principal David Casper and Varsity Baseball Coach Erasmo Ramirez have been reassigned by the SAUSD after the CIF Southern Section found that the school&rsquo;s baseball program violated CIF rules:<br />
CIF Bylaw 500C, Authorized ParticipationCIF Bylaw 510, Undue InfluenceCIF Bylaws 503, 503A, 503B, Administrative OversightCIF Southern Section Bylaw 500.2, Forfeiture Status<br />
The CIF punishment is severe &ndash; Segerstrom&rsquo;s baseball team has to forfeit all of this season&rs]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/segerstrom-high-schools-varsity-baseball-team-punished-for-cif-violations-coach-and-principal-removed/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 22:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/segerstrom-high-schools-varsity-baseball-team-punished-for-cif-violations-coach-and-principal-removed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Fullerton Police will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on April 25]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Fullerton Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/driver&rsquo;s license Checkpoint on April 25th from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location.DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.The Fullerton Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-fullerton-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-april-25/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-fullerton-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-april-25/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man died after biting an officer while resisting arrest in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, April 20, 2025, at approximately 12:31 AM, a police officer observed an adult male subject at Lemon Park, located at 701 S. Lemon St.<br />
The male was in the city park after closing hours and appeared to be holding a cardboard box that was smoldering, according to the Fullerton Police Department.The officer contacted the suspect, who was acting erratic. Additional police officers arrived to assist with the investigation.<br />
At one point, the male became uncooperative and began to physically]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-died-after-biting-an-officer-while-resisting-arrest-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:24:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-died-after-biting-an-officer-while-resisting-arrest-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A driver crashed a U-Haul moving truck into a townhouse in Orange this morning then fled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early this morning, at 2:33 a.m., a U-Haul moving truck crashed into a townhouse in the area of E. Lincoln Avenue and N. Palm Avenue, according to the Orange Police Department.The driver, described as a thin white man, grabbed his dog from the truck and ran away from the scene.One occupant inside of the residence had minor lacerations on their feet from the broken glass.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the Orange Police Department<br />
City of Orange building inspectors will respond later this morning to assess]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-crashed-a-u-haul-moving-truck-into-a-townhouse-in-orange-this-morning-then-fled/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 19:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-crashed-a-u-haul-moving-truck-into-a-townhouse-in-orange-this-morning-then-fled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[32 drivers in Irvine were ticketed for distracted driving or illegal turning last Thursday]]></title><description><![CDATA[April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month and the Irvine Police are taking this seriously. Their police officers issued 32 citations for distracted driving and ignoring &ldquo;no right turn on red&rdquo; signs during a High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) in the southern area of Irvine last Thursday.The operation was conducted by the IPD&rsquo;s Traffic Bureau.Tesla driver gets busted in Irvine<br />
In 2024, distracted driving led to approximately&nbsp;3,000 deaths&nbsp;in the United States.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/32-drivers-in-irvine-were-ticketed-for-distracted-driving-or-illegal-turning-last-thursday/</link><pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/32-drivers-in-irvine-were-ticketed-for-distracted-driving-or-illegal-turning-last-thursday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed suspect with nitrous oxide cylinders and balloons arrested by the SAPD]]></title><description><![CDATA[The use of nitrous oxide (commonly known as laughing gas) for recreational purposes has seen a notable increase in California over the past three years.&nbsp;But many residents don&rsquo;t seem to realize that inhaling nitroux oxide for personal use is not legal.Case in point, SAPD patrol officers recently were conducting proactive enforcement in the area of 2300 W. 2nd Street when they observed several individuals who were in possession of nitroux oxide (NOS) tanks and balloons. Hint &ndash; th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-suspect-with-nitrous-oxide-cylinders-and-balloons-arrested-by-the-sapd/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 20:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-suspect-with-nitrous-oxide-cylinders-and-balloons-arrested-by-the-sapd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An armed O.C. gangbanger on probation was arrested again on several felony charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night gang detectives and OC Probation were conducting proactive enforcement when they saw a known probationer and documented gang member driving around the area of Sigler Park, according to the Westminster Police Departement.<br />
The officers correctly assumed the probationer was up to no good! A traffic stop was initiated and the detectives located a loaded firearm inside of the car. A records check of the firearm showed the gun was stolen.<br />
To the detective&rsquo;s surprise, the gun was not s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-oc-gangbanger-on-probation-was-arrested-again-on-several-felony-charges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 17:42:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-oc-gangbanger-on-probation-was-arrested-again-on-several-felony-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Narcotics seized from man on a stolen bike who was arrested in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Directed Enforcement Team (DET) officers recently contacted a man riding a bike near Jamboree and Barranca, according to the Irvine Police Department.<br />
The officers discovered that the bicycle rider had multiple syringes loaded with narcotics.<br />
Picture from a video released by the Irvine Police Dept.<br />
The officers also determined the bike the suspect was riding was stolen last year in Irvine.<br />
The evening ended happily for the bike owner as they finally got their bike back. It did not go so well for]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/narcotics-seized-from-man-on-a-stolen-bike-who-was-arrested-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Mon, 21 Apr 2025 17:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/narcotics-seized-from-man-on-a-stolen-bike-who-was-arrested-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana woman convicted of fatally stabbing her husband on his birthday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Michelle Gutierrez, a wife who fatally stabbed her husband, Cesar Reyes Zuna, 38-years-old, on the morning of his birthday back in 2021, as he lay in bed at their Santa Ana home was finally convicted this Wednesday of murder.The jury found Gutierrez guilty of second-degree murder after deliberating for just over five hours for the killing of her husband at their home, located at the 1000 block of West Bishop Street.Gutierrez&rsquo; defense attorney, O.C. Deputy Public Defender Jazmine Torres. cl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-woman-convicted-of-fatally-stabbing-her-husband-on-his-birthday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 22:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-woman-convicted-of-fatally-stabbing-her-husband-on-his-birthday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[So. Cal. residents warned not to eat shellfish harvested in local coastal areas]]></title><description><![CDATA[The California Department of Public Health has issued an advisory warning not to consume all bivalve shellfish (mussel, oyster, clam, scallop) recreationally harvested from the coast of San Diego to Santa Barbara Counties, including Orange County.Dangerous levels of paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) toxins and domoic acid have been detected in mussels in these California coastal areas&#8203;. The naturally occurring toxins can cause illness or death in humans. Cooking does not destroy the toxi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/so-cal-residents-warned-not-to-eat-shellfish-harvested-in-local-coastal-areas/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 20:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/so-cal-residents-warned-not-to-eat-shellfish-harvested-in-local-coastal-areas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects sought for stealing credit cards from vehicles and fraudulently using them at a Target in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 30, two suspects burglarized two parked vehicles at Westpark Elementary, according to the Irvine Police Department.Picture Courtesy of the Irvine Police Dept.<br />
The suspects left in the pictured cars with license plates belonging to other vehicles.<br />
A male suspect is believed to be using one of the victim&rsquo;s access cards at Target to make fraudulent purchases. He was wearing blue jeans, a blue t-shirt and a camo cap in a picture from a Target surveillance video. His race is not determ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-sought-for-stealing-credit-cards-from-vehicles-and-fraudulently-using-them-at-a-target-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 19:56:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-sought-for-stealing-credit-cards-from-vehicles-and-fraudulently-using-them-at-a-target-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A thief who stole an e-bike outside an O.C. gym was promptly arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[An expensive e-bike was stolen from outside a gym while the owner was working out inside the facility, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department.CMPD Community Policing Unit officers found the bike and the suspect after it was reported stolen.<br />
The bike&rsquo;s owner was thrilled and the theft suspect was taken into custody.The e-bike was returned to its rightful owner.<br />
The suspect likely got free room and board at the Orange County Jail.The suspect was not identified by the CMPD but he appea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-thief-who-stole-an-e-bike-outside-an-oc-gym-was-promptly-arrested/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 19:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-thief-who-stole-an-e-bike-outside-an-oc-gym-was-promptly-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Riverside deputies arrested a domestic violence and carjacking suspect who was returned to Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, while looking into a domestic violence and carjacking incident that had occurred a day prior, a police officer obtained an arrest warrant on the suspect and issued an interagency alert, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department.The vehicle was quickly located in Banning and with the assistance of the Riverside County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office, the suspect, who was considered armed and dangerous, was detained.<br />
The suspect attempted to flee but Riverside Sheriff&rsquo;s deputies were q]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-deputies-arrested-a-domestic-violence-and-carjacking-suspect-who-was-returned-to-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 02:35:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/riverside-deputies-arrested-a-domestic-violence-and-carjacking-suspect-who-was-returned-to-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three commercial theft suspects were arrested in south O.C. when they stopped to get gas]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday around 3:30 PM, three individuals stole approximately $1,500 worth of merchandise from a retail store in Ladera Ranch, according to the O.C. Sheriff&rsquo;s Lake Forest Police Services.Thanks to swift communication with nearby cities, Lake Forest deputies spotted the suspect vehicle getting gas near Rancho and Bake Pkwy.When deputies attempted a traffic stop, a short pursuit began. The suspects ditched the vehicle near the Foothill Ranch Library and fled on foot, but our deputies we]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-commercial-theft-suspects-were-arrested-in-south-oc-when-they-stopped-to-get-gas/</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 01:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-commercial-theft-suspects-were-arrested-in-south-oc-when-they-stopped-to-get-gas/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[32nd Annual Easter Sunrise Service at Fairhaven Memorial Park set for April 20]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fairhaven Memorial Park will have its Easter Sunrise Service Sunday, April 20 to celebrate the resurrection of Christ in a peaceful, reflective setting. The service will culminate in a picturesque dove release from an empty tomb, symbolizing the hope and renewal of Easter morningThe sunrise service will include prayers led by Pastor Brenton Fessler of Refuge OC Church, Pastor Ric Olsen of Beacon Church and Pastor Danny Kurimay of Bridge Community Church.The morning service will also feature musi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/32ndannual-easter-sunrise-service-at-fairhaven-memorial-park-set-for-april-20/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 19:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/32ndannual-easter-sunrise-service-at-fairhaven-memorial-park-set-for-april-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uncooperative motorcyclist fatally shot by police officers after a Newport Beach traffic stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night at approximately 9:15 p.m., a police officer conducted a traffic stop in the area of Pacific Coast Highway West between Superior Avenue and Hoag Hospital involving a motorcycist, according to the Newport Beach Police Department.<br />
During the stop, the male adult rider, who was the sole occupant of the motorcycle, became uncooperative.<br />
An officer-involved shooting occurred, resulting in the male sustaining injuries. He was transported to a local hospital for treatment where he was later]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/uncooperative-motorcyclist-fatally-shot-by-police-officers-after-a-newport-beach-traffic-stop/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/uncooperative-motorcyclist-fatally-shot-by-police-officers-after-a-newport-beach-traffic-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man fatally struck by train after attempting to drive under railroad crossing arms in Orange]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 66-year-old man died after driving under the railroad crossing arms and being struck by a Metrolink passenger train. according to the Orange Police Department. The victim died at a local hospital at 10:02 p.m.This evening at approximately 7:02 p.m., the Orange Police Department responded to reports of a traffic collision at the intersection of Glassell Street and Taft Avenue.<br />
A Jeep SUV was traveling south on Orange Olive Road and turned west on Taft Avenue. Witnesses stated the railroad cross]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-fatally-struck-by-train-after-attempting-to-drive-under-railroad-crossing-arms-in-orange/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 18:05:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-fatally-struck-by-train-after-attempting-to-drive-under-railroad-crossing-arms-in-orange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD will spend thousands of dollars cracking down on Easter cruisers this Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[The SAPD will once again be paying their officers overtime to crack down on cruisers on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025.<br />
The SAPD is calling this a &ldquo;large-scale unpermitted event enforcement operation.&rdquo; We call it a waste of time and resources &ndash; and a real nuisance for residents who will have to put up with ridiculous SAPD street closures on a day when we are trying to welcome our families to our homes to celebrate Easter.The SAPD is alleging, as they do every year, that they hav]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-will-spend-thousands-of-dollars-cracking-down-on-easter-cruisers-this-sunday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 18 Apr 2025 05:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-will-spend-thousands-of-dollars-cracking-down-on-easter-cruisers-this-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parollee arrested in Santa Ana and his drugs and cash were seized by the police]]></title><description><![CDATA[While conducting proactive enforcement at the 800 block of S. Townsend St., police officers contacted a known parolee, according to the SAPD.The investigation led to the seizure of:<br />
195g of methamphetamine8.5g of fentanyl$12,000 in cashpackaging materials &amp; a scale<br />
The suspect was arrested for felony narcotics sales.In California, the penalties for possession of these items can be quite severe, especially for someone on parole. Here&rsquo;s a breakdown:Methamphetamine (195g)Possession of met]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/parollee-arrested-in-santa-ana-and-his-drugs-and-cash-were-seized-by-the-police/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 21:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/parollee-arrested-in-santa-ana-and-his-drugs-and-cash-were-seized-by-the-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. hit and run driver seriously injured a bicyclist and fled]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department is seeking the public&rsquo;s help in identifying the suspect and vehicle involved in a felony hit-and-run collision that occurred on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at approximately 11:00 p.m. around Arnett Dr. and Irby Ln.A bicyclist sustained significant injuries after being struck by a minivan. The driver fled the scene without stopping to render aid or provide information, as required by law.Suspect Vehicle:<br />
Metallic gray, silver, or blue minivanPossibly a T]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-hit-and-run-driver-seriously-injured-a-bicyclist-and-fled/</link><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-hit-and-run-driver-seriously-injured-a-bicyclist-and-fled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for a man who beat up his pregnant girlfriend and possibly hurt her little girl too]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are attempting to locate Jorge Luis Tapia (24), who is wanted for assaulting his pregnant girlfriend, causing significant injuries, according to the SAPD.<br />
Tapia also reportedly assaulted her 5-year-old daughter during the same incident.Tapia is believed to be driving a gold 2001 Chevy Suburban (CA plate # 5JPX904) and is known to frequent the area of Lyon Street and McFadden Avenue.If you have any information on his whereabouts, please contact Detective C. Gutierrez at (714) 245-8350]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-man-who-beat-up-his-pregnant-girlfriend-and-possibly-hurt-her-little-girl-too/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-man-who-beat-up-his-pregnant-girlfriend-and-possibly-hurt-her-little-girl-too/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man arrested for felony possession of illicit materials depicting children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Luis Manuel Partida of Santa Ana, a 38-year-old man, was arrested for possession of child p*rnography, according to the SAPD.An SAPD Civilian Investigator assigned to the Los Angeles Regional Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force discovered that Partida was downloading Child S*xual Abuse Material (CSAM) from the Internet.On April 15, 2025, Special Crimes Detectives served a search warrant at Partida&rsquo;s residence in the 2200 block of W. Knox Avenue in Santa Ana.<br />
During the searc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-for-felony-possession-of-illicit-materials-depicting-children/</link><pubDate>Wed, 16 Apr 2025 07:47:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-arrested-for-felony-possession-of-illicit-materials-depicting-children/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed man arrested after threatening an Anaheim police officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[An armed man who threatened an Anaheim police officer on Saturday night, April 12, found out that was a bad idea when the officer fired at him.<br />
Two police officers were investigating a report of people drinking and being loud on Lynne Avenue at around 8:30 p.m. when the officers heard gunshots in the area.<br />
A man then approached the officers while carrying a gun, according to the Anaheim Police Department.One of the officers fired at the man but missed him. Nevertheless the man was arrested, and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-man-arrested-after-threatening-an-anaheim-police-officer/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 08:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-man-arrested-after-threatening-an-anaheim-police-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Canadian man arrested for walking around while unclothed and high at Disneyland]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 38-year-old male suspect who said he was from Canada was arrested after he was seen walking around unclothed at the New Orleans Square area at Disneyland.<br />
There are several police officers assigned to the Disney resort on a rotating basis. The officers on duty were able to arrest the disrobed man at around 10 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, charges of on suspicion of being under the influence of narcotics, public intoxication and trespassing, according to the Anaheim Police Department.Disney secur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/canadian-man-arrested-for-walking-around-while-unclothed-and-high-at-disneyland/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:36:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/canadian-man-arrested-for-walking-around-while-unclothed-and-high-at-disneyland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD cops impounded a man’s vehicle after he did donuts during a street takeover]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrol officers responded to a reckless driving takeover in the shopping center of 17th St. and Tustin Ave. where over 150 vehicles had gathered, according to the SAPD.After multiple commands to leave, one driver began doing &ldquo;donuts&rdquo; in the parking lot.<br />
RECKLESS DRIVING &ndash; ZERO TOLERANCEPatrol officer responded to a reckless driving takeover at in the shopping center of 17th St. and Tustin Ave. where over 150 vehicles had gathered.After multiple commands to leave, one driver beg]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-cops-impounded-a-mans-vehicle-after-he-did-donuts-during-a-street-takeover/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-cops-impounded-a-mans-vehicle-after-he-did-donuts-during-a-street-takeover/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retired SAUSD teacher reunites with a student and they use music to change the lives of seniors]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former SAUSD middle school science teacher and his student, separated by more than a decade, now find themselves working side by side&mdash;only this time, the roles have reversed.Michael Clupper, a retired educator and stage 4 cancer survivor, spent years shaping young minds, including that of Rashad Hong, a curious student at Villa Fundamental Intermediate School in Santa Ana, California. Back then, their days were filled with science experiments, frog dissections, and hands-on learning. Tod]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/retired-sausd-teacher-reunites-with-a-student-and-they-use-music-to-change-the-lives-of-seniors/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 01:26:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/retired-sausd-teacher-reunites-with-a-student-and-they-use-music-to-change-the-lives-of-seniors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A speeding motorcyclist died after rear-ending an SUV in north Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, April 13, 2025, at approximately 1:16 a.m., Brea Police officers responded to a traffic collision in the area of W. Imperial Highway and S. Puente St. involving a motorcycle and an SUV.Upon arrival, officers discovered that the motorcyclist, a 26-year old male from Los Angeles County, had sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the SUV was not injured.Preliminary findings indicate that both vehicles were traveling westbound on Imperial Highway]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-speeding-motorcyclist-died-after-rear-ending-an-suv-in-north-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-speeding-motorcyclist-died-after-rear-ending-an-suv-in-north-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Zoo unveils their new Goat Interaction Yard ]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &ndash; The Santa Ana Zoo is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its newest attraction, the Goat Interaction Yard, designed to delight visitors of all ages with interactive, hands-on experiences.<br />
Located within the Zoo&rsquo;s Crean Family Children&rsquo;s Zoo area, this new addition offers a unique opportunity for guests to engage closely with playful goats and watch them explore their new space, including the elevated goat trail and tractor climbing structure!The Goat Inter]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-zoo-unveils-their-new-goat-interaction-yard/</link><pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:12:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-zoo-unveils-their-new-goat-interaction-yard/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four drivers arrested at Costa Mesa DUI Checkpoint on Friday night; 32 citations issued]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday night, April 11, 2025, at the Costa Mesa Police Department&rsquo;s DUI and driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint on Harbor Blvd. south of Sunflower Ave., a total of 469 drivers were contacted.<br />
The Checkpoint yielded 13 field evaluations for impairment, 4 DUI arrests, 32 citations issued for driver&rsquo;s license related violations, and 15 vehicles were impounded.The CMPD thanks all those that drove through and were patient. A total of 938 vehicles passed through this checkpoint.The CMPD i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-drivers-arrested-at-costa-mesa-dui-checkpoint-on-friday-night-32-citations-issued/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2025 19:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-drivers-arrested-at-costa-mesa-dui-checkpoint-on-friday-night-32-citations-issued/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Tesla driver and his passenger died after he ran a red light then hit an OCTA bus and a pickup]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 6:48 AM, police officers were dispatched to E. Orangethorpe Ave and S. State College Blvd. regarding a traffic collision involving an Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA) bus, according to the Fullerton Police Department.Upon arrival, officers located a gray 1991 Toyota Pick-Up with moderate passenger-side damage just north of the intersection, a White 2018 Tesla Model 3 with significant front-end damage in the intersection, and an OCTA bus with moderate driver-]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-tesla-driver-and-his-passenger-died-after-he-ran-a-red-light-then-hit-an-octa-bus-and-a-pickup/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2025 04:50:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-tesla-driver-and-his-passenger-died-after-he-ran-a-red-light-then-hit-an-octa-bus-and-a-pickup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCFA fire crews are battling a large 3-alarm commercial fire in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[OCFA fire crews responded to a 3-alarm commercial fire this afternoon at 2:27 p.m. at the 1700 block of Kettering.<br />
Firefighters have gone into a defensive mode, which means the fire is so large inside the building that the fire crews can only spray it with water at ground level and from aerial ladders.OCFA PIO at a commercial fire in Irvine<br />
The fire appears to have originated at a vacant building that once housed South Coast Baking, a producer of frozen cookie dough. They vacated that building i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocfa-fire-crews-are-battling-a-large-3-alarm-commercial-fire-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 13 Apr 2025 00:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocfa-fire-crews-are-battling-a-large-3-alarm-commercial-fire-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Newport Beach burglary suspects arrested in Irvine by a K9 unit]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Newport Beach Police Department alerted the Irvine Police Department on Thursday about a burglary that had just taken place in their city.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the Irvine Police Department<br />
One of the IPD K9 officers monitored the department&rsquo;s license plate readers and located the suspect vehicle on Jamboree Road.<br />
An eagle-eyed officer quickly spotted the vehicle on Jamboree near Barranca.<br />
Irvine police officers stopped the car near Jamboree and Edinger and detained four suspects, who we]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/newport-beach-burglary-suspects-arrested-in-irvine-by-a-k9-unit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2025 19:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/newport-beach-burglary-suspects-arrested-in-irvine-by-a-k9-unit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested two suspects at a traffic stop and their nitrous oxide and illegal gun were seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAPD gang detectives recently conducted a traffic stop in the area of 17 St. and Linwood Ave. for California Vehicle Code Violations.During the traffic stop, the detectives noticed that there were several containers of nitrous oxide in plain view. They they proceeded to do a full search of the vehicle. They then located a firearm with an illegal automatic conversion device.The two occupants of the vehicle were both arrested and booked at the Santa Ana City Jail.The suspects are facing several fe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-two-suspects-at-a-traffic-stop-and-their-nitrous-oxide-and-illegal-gun-were-seized/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2025 19:11:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-two-suspects-at-a-traffic-stop-and-their-nitrous-oxide-and-illegal-gun-were-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD police arrested two suspects after a traffic stop and seized their drugs, cash and gun]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday SAPD patrol officers conducted a car stop at the 2.5-star West Coast Inn, located at 1513 N. Harbor Blvd.<br />
The vehicle was occupied by two individuals, one of whom was on probation and in possession of a large amount of drugs and cash.Officers searched the occupants, the vehicle, and a motel room associated with them, where they recovered:<br />
Meth: 127.8 gramsCocaine: 23.3 gramsFentanyl: 12.1 gramsEcstasy: 37.8 grams77 rounds of different types of ammunitionTwo large capacity magazinesAK]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-arrested-two-suspects-after-a-traffic-stop-and-seized-their-drugs-cash-and-gun/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2025 18:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-arrested-two-suspects-after-a-traffic-stop-and-seized-their-drugs-cash-and-gun/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD will be targeting distracted drivers this Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, April 12, 2025, the SAPD&rsquo;s Traffic Division will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law.Under current law, drivers are prohibited from holding a phone or electronic communications device while operating a vehicle. This includes talking, texting, or using an app. Using a handheld cell phone while driving is punishable by a fine. Violating the hands-free law for a second time within 36 months of a prior conviction]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-will-be-targeting-distracted-drivers-this-saturday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2025 01:37:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-will-be-targeting-distracted-drivers-this-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man gets 30 years to life for the decapitation and murder of a transient woman]]></title><description><![CDATA[Antonio Padilla of Huntington Beach was sentenced today by Orange County Superior Court Judge Gary Paer to 30 years to life in state prison, for the murder of 60-year-old Regina Lockhart.On July 16, 2022, Huntington Beach Police Department patrol officers responded to a report of suspicious circumstances at a residence in the 7800 block of Slater Avenue. Officers arrived and believed there was possibly a body that had been buried.<br />
Detectives from the Major Crimes Unit immediately responded and a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-gets-30-years-to-life-for-the-decapitation-and-murder-of-a-transient-woman/</link><pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2025 00:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-gets-30-years-to-life-for-the-decapitation-and-murder-of-a-transient-woman/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. senior arrested for exposing himself to residents of Laguna Woods]]></title><description><![CDATA[LAGUNA WOODS, Ca. (April 10, 2025): On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department Special Victims Detail (SVD) investigators arrested Robert Mario Perri, 66, of Laguna Woods, in connection with multiple incidents of ind*cent exposure.In April 2025, SVD investigators were notified of multiple incidents of ind*cent exposure in Laguna Woods. Multiple elderly victims reported the incidents to Laguna Woods security personnel, and three victims filed formal reports with the Orang]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-senior-arrested-for-exposing-himself-to-residents-of-laguna-woods/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 23:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-senior-arrested-for-exposing-himself-to-residents-of-laguna-woods/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. County man with warrants arrested in Irvine on drug, theft and fraud charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, a police officer arrested Pedro Gabriel Garza, 33, of Lakewood, for narcotics warrants. according to the Irvine Police Department.Since Garza was on lifetime parole, with search and seizure, the officers checked his phone and found evidence of narcotics and stolen property sales.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the Irvine Police Department<br />
Since the IPD police officers are thirsty to keep crime out of Irvine, they quenched their thirst and searched the man&rsquo;s nearby hotel room.Inside, the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-with-warrants-arrested-in-irvine-on-drug-theft-and-fraud-charges/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 21:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-with-warrants-arrested-in-irvine-on-drug-theft-and-fraud-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The OCDA blocked the release of an O.C. inmate who targeted 20 young boys]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office has successfully kept a S*xually Violent Predator who spent decades m*lesting numerous young boys from being released from a state mental hospital.A jury spent an hour deliberating before rejecting 85-year-old convicted s*x offender Sid Landau&rsquo;s request to be released unconditionally back into the community without any supervision.Throughout the 1960&rsquo;s, 1970&rsquo;s, and 1980&rsquo;s, Landau s*xually abused]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-ocda-blocked-the-release-of-an-oc-inmate-who-targeted-20-young-boys/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 20:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-ocda-blocked-the-release-of-an-oc-inmate-who-targeted-20-young-boys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 13-year old victim of Saturday night’s gruesome Santa Ana car crash has passed away]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the last two surviving victims of a horrific car crash that occured in Santa Ana on Saturday night has passed away. The 13-year-old victim had been previously declared brain dead by the treating doctors.<br />
This victim has not yet been identified by the SAPD as they continue their investigation into the collision.The SAPD finally issued a press release about the incident yesterday, as follows:A single-vehicle collision resulted in the loss of five lives and left one teenager hospitalized fol]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-13-year-old-victim-of-saturday-nights-gruesome-santa-ana-car-crash-has-passed-away/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-13-year-old-victim-of-saturday-nights-gruesome-santa-ana-car-crash-has-passed-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested for fatally shooting a victim at a south O.C. apartment complex]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shortly before 2 p.m., on April 9, Orange County Sheriff deputies were dispatched to the Mosaic Apartment Homes at 27444 Camden in the city of Mission Viejo, according to Mission Viejo Police Services.They were responding to a call about a man in his 20s who appearted to be suffering from a wound to his abdomen.Deputies responded and rendered aid.<br />
The man was pronounced dead at the scene by the Orange County Fire Authority.<br />
Evidence led to a person of interest, who has been detained.<br />
The investi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-fatally-shooting-a-victim-at-a-south-oc-apartment-complex/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 17:54:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-for-fatally-shooting-a-victim-at-a-south-oc-apartment-complex/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former O.C. wrestling and football coach arrested for alleged illicit relationships with juvenile females]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, April 3, 2025, Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department Special Victim&rsquo;s Detail (SVD) investigators arrested Anthony Oscar Alcala, 28, Huntington Beach, following allegations he had s*xual relationships with two juvenile females between 2017-2023.In Feb. 2025, SVD investigators were contacted by an organization aimed at reducing sexual assaults on athletes. The victims were subsequently contacted, and an investigation ensued. Both victims alleged Alcala, while working as a wre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-oc-wrestling-and-football-coach-arrested-for-alleged-illicit-relationships-with-juvenile-females/</link><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 05:07:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/former-oc-wrestling-and-football-coach-arrested-for-alleged-illicit-relationships-with-juvenile-females/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Young survivor of Saturday’s horrific car crash in Santa Ana appears to be brain dead]]></title><description><![CDATA[A young unidentified victim on life support, who was hospitalized in &ldquo;grave condition&rdquo; after Saturday&rsquo;s horrific car crash in Santa Ana had no brain activity, and as of Tuesday morning, according to officials. That victim was a student at Carr Intermediate.The Orange County Coroner has identified three of the victims of Sunday&rsquo;s horrific car crash in Santa Ana as 17-year-old Natalia Vidal Zarate, 18-year-old Emanuel &ldquo;Manny&rdquo; Gonzalez Martinez, and 20-year-old A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/young-survivor-of-saturdays-horrific-car-crash-in-santa-ana-appears-to-be-brain-dead/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 20:06:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/young-survivor-of-saturdays-horrific-car-crash-in-santa-ana-appears-to-be-brain-dead/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Drug dealer on probation arrested again by the SAPD]]></title><description><![CDATA[While patrolling thru the E. 1st Street Corridor, one of the SAPD&rsquo;s Directed Enforcement Team police officers contacted a known probationer out on bail for drug sales.<br />
After detaining him, officers discovered he had a key to a room at the notorious Sunland Motel.<br />
The officers conducted a probation search of the room and seized:<br />
331.3 grams of meth7 grams of fentanyl107 M30 pills7.5 Xanax pills2 digital scalesPackaging materialsCash<br />
The suspect was arrested and booked at the Santa Ana Jail]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/drug-dealer-on-probation-arrested-again-by-the-sapd/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:08:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/drug-dealer-on-probation-arrested-again-by-the-sapd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three of the victim’s of Sunday’s horrific car crash in Santa Ana identified by the OC Coroner]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Orange County Coroner has identified three of the victims of Sunday&rsquo;s horrific car crash in Santa Ana as 17-year-old Natalia Vidal Zarate, 18-year-old Emanuel Gonzalez Martinez, and 20-year-old Arely Robles.<br />
Two younger passengers, aged 13 and 15, survived but were severely injured, with the younger girl in critical condition.Emanuel Gonzalez Martinez<br />
The crash happened on Saturday, April 5, at around 11:25 p.m. on Segerstrom Avenue, between Raitt and Greenville streets, near Carl Thor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-of-the-victims-of-sundays-horrific-car-crash-in-santa-ana-identified-by-the-oc-coroner/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 02:21:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-of-the-victims-of-sundays-horrific-car-crash-in-santa-ana-identified-by-the-oc-coroner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An inmate arrested in Anaheim died at the Intake Release Center in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Ca. (April 8, 2025) &ndash; On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, an inmate who was housed at the Intake Release Center in Santa Ana died.The 42-year-old inmate was booked by the Anaheim Police Department on April 7, 2025, for PC 3056 &ndash; Parole Violation. The inmate&rsquo;s name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin by the Orange County Coroner&rsquo;s Division. You may click here to see who was arrested in Anaheim.On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, the inmate was found unresponsive]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-inmate-arrested-in-anaheim-died-at-the-intake-release-center-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 01:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-inmate-arrested-in-anaheim-died-at-the-intake-release-center-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Little girl’s 911 call leads to burglar’s arrest by her dad and the Westminster Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, April 3, 2025, at 5:53 AM, a nine-year-old girl called 911 from a cell phone to report that an individual was attempting to break into her home through a downstairs window, according to the Westminster Police Department.The child was inside the house (upstairs), along with other family members, and reported the incident as it unfolded. The suspect, later identified as Jorge Mendoza Diaz, smashed through a window and entered the residence.Inside the home, the victim&rsquo;s father conf]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/little-girls-911-call-leads-to-burglars-arrest-by-her-dad-and-the-westminster-police/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 19:33:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/little-girls-911-call-leads-to-burglars-arrest-by-her-dad-and-the-westminster-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on April 12]]></title><description><![CDATA[Irvine, Calif. &ndash; The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver&rsquo;s License checkpoint as part of the Department&rsquo;s continued commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will be conducted on Saturday, April 12, from 7:00 p.m. to 2 a.m. around Jamboree Road and Michelson Drive.The checkpoint will be clearly marked, and vehicles will be selected for further screening on a pre-set basis to ensur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-april-12/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 18:18:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-april-12/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The secured O.C. Property Tax second installment deadline is this Thursday, April 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; Orange County Treasurer Shari Freidenrich reminds property owners that the second installment deadline to timely pay secured property taxes for fiscal year 2024/25 without a 10 percent penalty is Thursday, April 10th.&nbsp; &ldquo;As the eCheck option is the most cost-effective for us to process payments, I hope all property owners will consider using this free option to pay property taxes on our updated app at&nbsp;&nbsp;taxbill.octreasurer.gov.&nbsp;<br />
Last year, we had]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-secured-oc-property-tax-second-installment-deadline-is-this-thursday-april-10/</link><pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 02:25:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-secured-oc-property-tax-second-installment-deadline-is-this-thursday-april-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fountain Valley police arrested several suspects on charges including burglary, narcotics and vandalism]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fountain Valley police officers were very busy over the weekend.A combination of calls for service and proactive police work led to the arrest of several subjects for narcotics sales, possession of burglary tools, vandalism, burglary, conspiracy, and additional drug related offenses.<br />
The FVPD thanks the vigilant community members who remembered that they should say something when they see something.Picture Courtesy of the Fountain Valley Police Dept.<br />
Here are the penalties for the offenses menti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fountain-valley-police-arrested-several-suspects-on-charges-including-burglary-narcotics-and-vandalism/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 19:53:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fountain-valley-police-arrested-several-suspects-on-charges-including-burglary-narcotics-and-vandalism/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency Job Fair rescheduled to April 24]]></title><description><![CDATA[Join the City of Santa Ana for an in-person hiring fair on Thursday April 24, 2025 from 1 &ndash; 5:30 p.m. as the Santa Ana Parks, Recreation &amp; Community Services Agency (PRCSA) will be hiring for various positions.This rescheduled date is in lieu of the previously cancelled April 2 date. Summer positions include camp counselors, lifeguards, cashiers, pool managers, and more.In addition to summer camp positions, PRCSA will also be seeking applicants who are innovative, enthusiastic, and res]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-parks-recreation-and-community-services-agency-job-fair-rescheduled-to-april-24/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 18:19:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-parks-recreation-and-community-services-agency-job-fair-rescheduled-to-april-24/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free O.C. Job Fair set for April 24 at Santa Ana College]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you&rsquo;re looking for a new job, your first job, or just some career guidance, join the Santa Ana WORK Center and our other partners for the Orange County Job Fair at Santa Ana College.<br />
This free event is open to Santa Ana College students, Santa Ana Unified School District high school students, and job seekers in the Santa Ana community.<br />
The job fair takes place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Santa Ana College, located at 1530 W. 17th St.<br />
Attendees will have the oppor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/free-oc-job-fair-set-for-april-24-at-santa-ana-college/</link><pubDate>Mon, 07 Apr 2025 17:58:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/free-oc-job-fair-set-for-april-24-at-santa-ana-college/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five dead and one badly injured after a Santa Ana speeding driver slammed into a tree]]></title><description><![CDATA[The SAPD posted early this moring on X, at around 1:30 a.m., that they were investigating a fatal traffic collision involving a single vehicle that crashed into a tree. They closed Segerstrom Avenue between Raitt Street and Greenville Street while investigating the accident but you knew this was a bad one when they also noted two hours ago that the media staging area for this incident would be located at the South corners of Townsend Street and Segerstrom Avenue.The accident turned out to be a h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/five-dead-and-one-badly-injured-after-a-santa-ana-speeding-driver-slammed-into-a-tree/</link><pubDate>Sun, 06 Apr 2025 18:10:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/five-dead-and-one-badly-injured-after-a-santa-ana-speeding-driver-slammed-into-a-tree/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana gangbangers arrested on narcotic and weapon-related charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gang detectives recently conducted a traffic stop in the area of 100 N. Gunther Place for California Vehicle Code violations, according to the SAPD.During the traffic stop one of the occupants was found to be on parole and he turned out to also be a documented gangbanger.The police detectives searched the vehicle and discovered a loaded &ldquo;ghost gun,&rdquo; ammunition and narcotics.Two suspects were arrested and booked at the Santa Ana City Jail on narcotic and weapon-related charges.In Cali]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-gangbangers-arrested-on-narcotic-and-weapon-related-charges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 19:52:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-gangbangers-arrested-on-narcotic-and-weapon-related-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man gets only nine years in prison after his street racing killed a news editor]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ricardo Tolento,&nbsp;a street racer whose unlawful and unsafe driving directly led to the death of Eugene &ldquo;Gene&rdquo; Harbrecht a 67-year-old news editor in Santa Ana five years ago was sentenced by O.C. Superior Court Judge Kimberly Menninger, a former prosecutor,&nbsp;to only nine years in prison on Friday, April 4.Tolento&rsquo;s defense attorney, Tom Nocella, a public defender told the court that the other street racer who was arrested in the Harbrecht incident, Louie Robert Villa, w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-gets-only-nine-years-in-prison-after-his-street-racing-killed-a-news-editor/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 19:29:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-gets-only-nine-years-in-prison-after-his-street-racing-killed-a-news-editor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several vehicles were damaged by a car fire at a Disneyland parking structure]]></title><description><![CDATA[At least three vehicles were damaged when a Toyota RAV4 caught fire at the Pixar Pals Disneyland parking structure.<br />
The fire was reported at around 10 a.m.&nbsp;The Pixar Pals parking structure will be reopening in several phases after operations were temporarily paused in some areas, according to Disneyland.<br />
The fire had no impact on the rest of the resort with the exception of losing access to much of the parking structure for some time.The cause of the fire was not immediately known. No injur]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-vehicles-were-damaged-by-a-car-fire-at-a-disneyland-parking-structure/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 18:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-vehicles-were-damaged-by-a-car-fire-at-a-disneyland-parking-structure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OC’s woke politicians to rally against Pres. Trump at Santa Ana’s Sasscer Park this Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[On April 5th, 13 Orange County nonprofit organizations &ndash; Lavender Democrats OC, WAVE, Activate America, OC Indivisible Coalition, 50501 OC, and OC Huddle &ndash; are joining together to host the NO KINGS OC/Hands-Off! Orange County Fights Back Rally, a pro-democracy rally at Sasscer Park in Santa Ana on April 5, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:30 PM.<br />
Ironically Sasscer Park, the location of this rally, is named after Nelvin Sasscer, an SAPD police officer who was murdered by the Black Panthers.Eleven]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocs-woke-politicians-to-rally-against-pres-trump-at-santa-anas-sasscer-park-this-saturday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 02:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocs-woke-politicians-to-rally-against-pres-trump-at-santa-anas-sasscer-park-this-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family of man fatally shot behind an O.C. car wash seek justice and support]]></title><description><![CDATA[The family of a 30-year-old Orange County shooting victim, Aaryn Vincent Reyes, has created a GoFundMe page to help to pay for his funeral expenses.On 03/30/2025, at around 7:45 p.m.. Westminster police officers responded to the 14000 block of Goldenwest St. in reference to a possible gunshot victim at the location, which was behind Fryer&rsquo;s Auto Spa, the self-service car wash at Golden West and Westminster.The officers located the victim at the rear of a business with multiple gunshot woun]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/family-of-man-fatally-shot-behind-an-oc-car-wash-seek-justice-and-support/</link><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 01:27:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/family-of-man-fatally-shot-behind-an-oc-car-wash-seek-justice-and-support/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several Santa Ana gangbangers were arrested on weapon and gang-related charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Gang detectives recently contacted two suspects who were inside a vehicle in the area of 2500 N. Deodar St., according to the SAPD.One male suspect exited the vehicle and then attempted to discard an object.A loaded firearm with a 30-round magazine was found by the officers in plain sight.The suspect was then arrested and booked at the Santa Ana City Jail on firearm-related charges.Picture Courtesy of the SAPD<br />
In another recent incident SAPD gang detectives contacted two documented gangbangers w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-santa-ana-gangbangers-were-arrested-on-weapon-and-gang-related-charges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 19:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-santa-ana-gangbangers-were-arrested-on-weapon-and-gang-related-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police issued 61 tickets during a High Visibility Enforcement operation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday morning, police officers focused their attention on the northern parts of Culver and Jamboree and the areas in between, according to the Irvine Police Department.<br />
The officers collected 61 autographs for various violations, including distracted driving and disobeying traffic signs.<br />
The officers cited multiple people for running red lights.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the Irvine Police Dept.<br />
The Irvine Police Department related that they know folks are in a hurry, amid the white Teslas and the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-issued-61-tickets-during-a-high-visibility-enforcement-operation/</link><pubDate>Fri, 04 Apr 2025 18:51:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-issued-61-tickets-during-a-high-visibility-enforcement-operation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects were arrested for scamming an elderly O.C. woman out of $35K via a fraudulent email]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, an elderly Newport Beach resident reported being defrauded out of $35,000 cash after she received a fraudulent email from scammers who convinced her to withdraw cash from her bank and meet up with the suspect to deliver the money, according to the Newport Beach Police Department.After successfully defrauding the victim, the suspects called back the next day and attempted to defraud her out of even more money. However, this time, detectives from the Newport Beach Police Department took]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-were-arrested-for-scamming-an-elderly-oc-woman-out-of-35k-via-a-fraudulent-email/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:28:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-were-arrested-for-scamming-an-elderly-oc-woman-out-of-35k-via-a-fraudulent-email/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. probationer with expired plates was arrested and his illegal weapon was seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 4/2/2025, at approximately 130 p.m., police officers were patrolling in the area of Kramer Ave and Moran St. when they noticed a vehicle occupied by three males with expired registration, according to the Westminster Police Department.The police officers made contact with the subjects and subsequently searched the driver who had a loaded rifle magazine in his pocket.<br />
Officers continued their investigation and detained all three subjects without incident.<br />
After removing the subjects the police]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-probationer-with-expired-plates-was-arrested-and-his-illegal-weapon-was-seized/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 20:17:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-probationer-with-expired-plates-was-arrested-and-his-illegal-weapon-was-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police arrested two probationers on drug, ammunition and DUI charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, the Irvine Police Department&rsquo;s Specialized Investigations Unit (SIU) Detectives conducted a surprise probation compliance search at an Irvine man&rsquo;s home.Detectives found narcotics, a large sum of cash, high-capacity magazines, and over 1,000 rounds of ammunition.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the Irvine Police Department<br />
Ven Nguyen, 37, of Irvine, was arrested and booked at Orange County Jail for possessing narcotics and controlled substances, possession of a controlled substance fo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-two-probationers-on-drug-ammunition-and-dui-charges/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-two-probationers-on-drug-ammunition-and-dui-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for a gangbanger nicknamed Evil who has multiple felony warrants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police detectives are attempting to locate Manuel &ldquo;Evil&rdquo; Saucedo, a documented gang member, who is absconding from Parole and has multiple felony warrants, according to the SAPD.If seen, please contact the SAPD at (714) 245-8665.Absconding from parole in California can lead to serious consequences, especially for a gang member with multiple felony warrants. Here are some key points:<br />
Absconding from Parole: When a parolee absconds, their parole is suspended, and a warrant for their ar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-gangbanger-nicknamed-evil-who-has-multiple-felony-warrants/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-gangbanger-nicknamed-evil-who-has-multiple-felony-warrants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fire crews put out an O.C. dumpster fire before it could spread to a business park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier today, bystanders reported smoke and flames coming from a dumpster outside of a business park at Corporate Plaza Dr., according to the Newport Beach Fire Department.Bystanders quickly called 911, and fire crews quickly responded to the scene.The fire was contained to the dumpster, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.The NBFD is grateful to the observant bystanders who reported the fire.Picture Courtesy of the Newport Beach Fire Department<br />
In the U.S., arson is a significant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fire-crews-put-out-an-oc-dumpster-fire-before-it-could-spread-to-a-business-park/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:49:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fire-crews-put-out-an-oc-dumpster-fire-before-it-could-spread-to-a-business-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two retail theft suspects with prior convictions were arrested at an O.C. store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, police officers responded to a retail store after security detained a suspected shoplifter, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.While investigating, store staff alerted the officers that&mdash;believe it or not&mdash;another person was actively stealing from the store. Talk about bad timing!Both suspects were arrested and taken to the HBPD jail, where it was discovered they had prior theft convictions.<br />
Thanks to Proposition 36, both of the sticky-fingered suspects were]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-retail-theft-suspects-with-prior-convictions-were-arrested-at-an-oc-store/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:20:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-retail-theft-suspects-with-prior-convictions-were-arrested-at-an-oc-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. driver downed an Edison power pole in a single-vehicle collision this morning]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning at around 3:46 a.m, units NB6, NE67, NE63, NT63, and NM67 responded to a single-vehicle traffic collision on the northbound side of Jamboree Road, just north of Bison Avenue, according to the Newport Beach Fire Department.Upon arrival, the fire crews found that the vehicle had struck and downed an Edison power pole before coming to a stop against a tree.<br />
One accident victim required extrication from the vehicle.#image_title<br />
That patient was transported to a local area hospital in st]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-driver-downed-an-edison-power-pole-in-a-single-vehicle-collision-this-morning/</link><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:04:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-driver-downed-an-edison-power-pole-in-a-single-vehicle-collision-this-morning/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An L.A. County meth dealer was arrested in Orange County and $58K in cash was seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, investigators from the Costa Mesa Police Department&rsquo;s Special Investigations Unit conducted a narcotics investigation that resulted in an arrest and seizure.<br />
A narcotics transaction was attempted and the officers contacted a 27-year old man in the City of Costa Mesa.<br />
They arrested the man, a La Puente resident, for possession of methamphetamine for sale.<br />
They also seized over $58,000 in cash.In California, possession of methamphetamine for sale is a serious felony offense under]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-la-county-meth-dealer-was-arrested-in-orange-county-and-58k-in-cash-was-seized/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 23:31:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-la-county-meth-dealer-was-arrested-in-orange-county-and-58k-in-cash-was-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An inmate from Anaheim died at the Intake Release Center in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA&nbsp;ANA, Ca. (Apr. 1, 2025)&nbsp;&ndash; On Monday, Mar. 31, 2025, an inmate who was housed at the Intake Release Center in&nbsp;Santa&nbsp;Ana&nbsp;died.The 55-year-old inmate was arrested by Anaheim Police Department on Apr. 17, 2024, for PC 192(c)(1) &ndash; Vehicle Manslaughter with Gross Negligence, PC 245(a)(1) &ndash; Assault with a Deadly Weapon, VC 20001(a) &ndash; Hit and Run with Injury. The inmate&rsquo;s name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin by the Orange]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-inmate-from-anaheim-died-at-the-intake-release-center-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:38:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-inmate-from-anaheim-died-at-the-intake-release-center-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teens on a scooter crashed into a Tesla while on the wrong side of the road, in Orange]]></title><description><![CDATA[This afternoon, at 2:05 pm, a Tesla was driving north on Hewes Street in the number one lane, according to the Orange Police Department.A motorized scooter, occupied by two male teenagers, was traveling south on Hewes Street on the wrong side of the road.<br />
The scooter then collided into the front passenger&rsquo;s side of the Tesla at Hewes Street and Via Lardo Avenue.<br />
The two juveniles, who were not wearing helmets, were transported to a local hospital in critical condition.The driver of the Tes]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/teens-on-a-scooter-crashed-into-a-tesla-while-on-the-wrong-side-of-the-road-in-orange/</link><pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 06:30:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/teens-on-a-scooter-crashed-into-a-tesla-while-on-the-wrong-side-of-the-road-in-orange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Time for giant bubbles again at the Discovery Cube in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash;&nbsp;&nbsp;Discovery Cube Orange County,&nbsp;Southern California&rsquo;s&nbsp;leading children&rsquo;s science museum, is inviting SoCal families to a&nbsp;bubble-filled adventure this spring, as they welcome back&nbsp;Bubblefest. Presented by&nbsp;Farmers &amp; Merchants Bank, tickets are now on sale for the annual fan-favorite event which begins on Friday, March 28 and runs through Monday, April 14.An infinite number of bubbles will be overflowing throughout the alwa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/time-for-giant-bubbles-again-at-the-discovery-cube-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/time-for-giant-bubbles-again-at-the-discovery-cube-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The CHP is targeting distracted driving on April 1 with a maximum enforcement period]]></title><description><![CDATA[You better put down that cell phone! Tomorrow, April 1st, the CHP will hold a 24-hour Maximum Enforcement Period (April 1, 6:00 a.m. &ndash; April 2, 5:59 a.m.) focused on enforcing distracted driving violations, according to the CHP office in Santa Ana.All available CHP officers will be on patrol to keep California&rsquo;s roads safe.<br />
Keep your eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, and make the smart choice. Drive safe.In 2024, over 3,000 deaths in the U.S. were directly attributed to distracte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-chp-is-targeting-distracted-driving-on-april-1-with-a-maximum-enforcement-period/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 04:48:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-chp-is-targeting-distracted-driving-on-april-1-with-a-maximum-enforcement-period/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An armed suspect in Santa Ana was arrested after fleeing the police and hitting another vehicle]]></title><description><![CDATA[A motor officer attempted a traffic stop on a speeding vehicle recently in Santa Ana, according to the SAPD.This led to a high-speed pursuit when the suspect refused to come to a stop.The suspect then proceeded to collide with another vehicle as he fled from the police. The accident resulted in minor injuries to the occupants of the other vehicle.The pursuit was then canceled after the suspect fled from the scene. However the police looked up the address of the suspect using his license plates a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-suspect-in-santa-ana-was-arrested-after-fleeing-the-police-and-hitting-another-vehicle/</link><pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 02:23:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-suspect-in-santa-ana-was-arrested-after-fleeing-the-police-and-hitting-another-vehicle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A driver slammed into Sheriff’s vehicles that were blocking the scene of a vehicle fire in Stanton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Engine 46, serving the City of Stanton, responded to a vehicle fire at a Shell gas station in the area of Beach Blvd. and Orangewood Ave. shortly after 2:00 AM last night, according to the OCFA.While at the scene, a second vehicle crashed into Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department vehicles blocking the fire scene &ndash; an adult male driver was trapped in this vehicle.<br />
Video taken at the scene shows a Nissan Altima sedan on its side wedged in between two Sheriff vehicles. Additional footage]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-slammed-into-sheriffs-vehicles-that-were-blocking-the-scene-of-a-vehicle-fire-in-stanton/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 23:39:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-slammed-into-sheriffs-vehicles-that-were-blocking-the-scene-of-a-vehicle-fire-in-stanton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Westminster Police will conduct a bike and pedestrian enforcement operation on April 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 1, 2025, the Westminster Police Department Traffic Division will conduct a Bicycle/Pedestrian Enforcement Operation.<br />
This is not an April Fool&rsquo;s Day joke &ndash; but if you opt to drive crazy around bicycists or pedestrians tomorrow the joke will be on you as you will be getting a citation.Police officers will be patrolling areas where bike and pedestrian traffic and crashes occur in an effort to lower deaths and injuries.<br />
The police officers will look for violatio]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-will-conduct-a-bike-and-pedestrian-enforcement-operation-on-april-1/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 20:32:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-will-conduct-a-bike-and-pedestrian-enforcement-operation-on-april-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. doctor accused of rape apparently took his own life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alain Johnny Nguyen, a 54-year-old doctor who was accused of rape by a woman in Anaheim, was found dead in his home on Friday, March 28, according to the Anaheim Police.Nguyen was charged in February with rape, forcible oral copulation, robbery, false imprisonment, and assault with force likely to produce great bodily injury, all felonies, as well as a misdemeanor count of possession of methamphetamine, according to court records.Nguyen&rsquo;s roommate called the police to their residence, at t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-doctor-accused-of-rape-apparently-took-his-own-life/</link><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 01:40:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-doctor-accused-of-rape-apparently-took-his-own-life/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects with warrants arrested in Irvine; drugs and paraphernalia seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police pfficers spotted two suspects with warrants and a duffel bag boldly marked &ldquo;DRUG MONEY&rdquo;&mdash;because subtlety is clearly overrated, according to the Irvine Police Department<br />
Turns out the duffell bag was holding drugs and narcotic paraphernalia.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the Irvine Police Dept.<br />
One of the suspects tried to run, but his getaway plan went up in smoke.<br />
The drugs and paraphernalia were all seized by the police officers. The suspects presumably got a free ride to the Or]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-with-warrants-arrested-in-irvine-drugs-and-paraphernalia-seized/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Mar 2025 19:55:00 +0200</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-with-warrants-arrested-in-irvine-drugs-and-paraphernalia-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim man gets 15 years to life for brutally beating his girlfriend to death]]></title><description><![CDATA[Raymond Eugene Craft, a 68-year-old man, was sentenced on Friday, March 28 to 15 years to life in prison for fatally beating Deborah Brutsche, his 72-year-old longtime live-in girlfriend at their Anaheim mobile home.Craft was convicted on Jan. 28 of second-degree murder and inflicting injury on an elder adult, both felonies, with a sentencing enhancement for death of a victim older than 70.Craft killed Brutsche last year, on Feb. 24, 2024.<br />
The prosecutor, Senior Deputy District Attorney Mark Bir]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-gets-15-years-to-life-for-brutally-beating-his-girlfriend-to-death/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 21:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-gets-15-years-to-life-for-brutally-beating-his-girlfriend-to-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man was fatally shot at Santa Ana’s Riverview Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[March 29, 2025 &mdash; Police Detectives are conducting a homicide investigation regarding a 46-year-old man who was shot and killed, according to the SAPD.On Friday, March 28, 2025, at approximately 9:40 p.m., Santa Ana Police Communications received a report of a shooting in the parking lot of Riverview Park, located at 1817 W. 21st Street.<br />
Officers responded to the scene and found an unresponsive 46-year-old man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Orange County Fire Authority also respond]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-fatally-shot-at-santa-anas-riverview-park/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 20:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-fatally-shot-at-santa-anas-riverview-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An armed suspect was arrested on aggravated assault and resisting an officer charges in Tustin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrol officers investigated an aggravated assault involving a firearm, according to the Tustin Police Department.Although the suspect fled during the initial report, officers tracked the suspect vehicle and took the suspect into custody less than 3 hours later.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the Tustin Police Dept.<br />
A 9mm handgun was recovered under the suspect&rsquo;s driver seat.<br />
The suspect was booked into jail for aggravated assault involving a firearm and resisting a peace officer.In California, the p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-suspect-was-arrested-on-aggravated-assault-and-resisting-an-officer-charges-in-tustin/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 19:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-suspect-was-arrested-on-aggravated-assault-and-resisting-an-officer-charges-in-tustin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CHP officers issued over 500 citations in a special operation along the 5 Freeway in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 27, 2025, officers from the California Highway Patrol&rsquo;s Santa Ana, Westminster, and Capistrano Area offices, conducted a Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) operation along the I-5 corridor, enhancing roadway safety.Picture Courtesy of the CHP<br />
The goal when deploying an SEU, is to reduce traffic crashes by focusing on primary collision factor (PCF) violations such as: speeding, reckless driving, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, and DUI. Citations for distracted driving and s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-officers-issued-over-500-citations-in-a-special-operation-along-the-5-freeway-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 18:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chp-officers-issued-over-500-citations-in-a-special-operation-along-the-5-freeway-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stolen pet cat found at a Santa Ana home, joyfully reunited with owners in Westminster]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 27, 2025, police officers received information that a stolen pet cat was at a residence in Santa Ana, according to the Westminster Police Department.The pfficers were able to locate the animal safe and unharmed. The animal was reunited with its owner.The suspect is still outstanding, and the theft is still under investigation.<br />
The case will be forwarded to the Westminster Police Department Detective Bureau for further investigation.Suspected cat thief from Santa Ana<br />
On Wednesday, March]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/stolen-pet-cat-found-at-a-santa-ana-home-joyfully-reunited-with-owners-in-westminster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 18:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/stolen-pet-cat-found-at-a-santa-ana-home-joyfully-reunited-with-owners-in-westminster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Westminster Police are trying to identify a pair of burglary suspects]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Westminster Police have released pictures of a thieving pair involved in a burglary, with the hope of identifying them.<br />
The suspects are a man and woman who appear to be Hispanic. The man has a slim build. He was wearing blue jeans and a long-sleeved gray shirt with a zippered collar. He was also wearing a tan baseball cap with a white &ldquo;Los Angeles&rdquo; logo. The woman was wearing blue jeans and a black long-sleeved top. She has blond hair pulled back in a bun at the nape of her neck]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-pair-of-burglary-suspects/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 17:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-pair-of-burglary-suspects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. woman was shot by O.C. deputies when she came at them with a kitchen knife]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dana Point, Ca. (March 28, 2025): An Orange County Sheriff deputy-involved shooting occurred this morning in a gated residential community in Dana Point.On Friday, March 28, at 4:12 a.m., deputies responded to a call of a welfare check in a gated community near Corniche Drive and Camino Del Avion, in Dana Point. The caller stated they could hear a woman screaming at the provided address.Deputies arrived on scene and attempted to contact the resident at the address. Sometime after the deputies ar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-woman-was-shot-by-oc-deputies-when-she-came-at-them-with-a-kitchen-knife/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-woman-was-shot-by-oc-deputies-when-she-came-at-them-with-a-kitchen-knife/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Tustin Police are trying to identify a man who keyed a parked Tesla]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police detectives are searching for a male subject who keyed a parked Tesla last week causing significant damage, according to the Tustin Police Department.If you recognize this male, please notify Detectives by emailing tpdtipline@tustinca.org or calling 714-426-2427.<br />
The Tustin Police would like to talk to him about his bad day!The suspect appears to be in his late 50&rsquo;s or early 60&rsquo;s with gray hair and a slim build. He was wearing khaki pants, a black high collar shirt and a tan ve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-tustin-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-man-who-keyed-a-parked-tesla/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Mar 2025 00:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-tustin-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-man-who-keyed-a-parked-tesla/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A high school in north O.C. was locked down but the threat turned out to be water guns]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning at approximately 8:41 AM, a School Resource Officer from the Fullerton Police Department was alerted to a report of a male seen in a vehicle on the 600 block of N. Pomona, across the street from a school, who might have grabbed a gun.As a precaution, Fullerton Union High School was placed on lockdown.<br />
Police officers quickly arrived at the scene to investigate the report.<br />
After further examination, it was determined that the student had two water guns in his vehicle, which were neve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-high-school-in-north-oc-was-locked-down-but-the-threat-turned-out-to-be-water-guns/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 23:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-high-school-in-north-oc-was-locked-down-but-the-threat-turned-out-to-be-water-guns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police arrested a man whose unsecured gun led to a juvenile’s death]]></title><description><![CDATA[With regard to the juvenile who was fatally shot yesterday, Irvine Police investigators have determined that a 13-year-old victim and a friend were visiting a juvenile resident at a location on Heathergreen.<br />
In addition to the three teens, a female adult was present inside the home at the time. The suspect arrested in this case, Christian Douglas Yeager, was not home during the incident.It is believed the gun involved was unsecured, loaded, and resting on a nightstand in plain view within Yeager]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-a-man-whose-unsecured-gun-led-to-a-juveniles-death/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 23:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-arrested-a-man-whose-unsecured-gun-led-to-a-juveniles-death/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pajama clad robber from L.A. arrested by the Irvine Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Los Angeles man, Angelo Sage, 20-years-old, was arrested by the Irvine Police on robbery and burglary charges.Sage has been living in Irvine since August.<br />
The Irvine Police were able to identify and track Sage down with help from social media tips after he was featured in a #WANTEDWEDNESDAY post.<br />
The IPD thanks those who provided information and tips on this case.Original post: &mdash;Over the last two months, this man is suspected of stealing money from cash register drawers at seven business]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pajama-clad-robber-from-la-arrested-by-the-irvine-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 05:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/pajama-clad-robber-from-la-arrested-by-the-irvine-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine middle school student dies from suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, at 2:42 p.m., police officers and a Orange County Fire Authority crew responded to a residence in the area of Heathergreen and Weepingwood regarding a juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound, according to the Irvine Police Department.When the police officers arrived, they found an injured juvenile and immediately began rendering medical aid. Sadly, he died a short time later.Preliminarily, Detectives believe the injury was self-inflicted. Whether the injury was intentional or accidental r]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-middle-school-student-dies-from-suspected-self-inflicted-gunshot-wound/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 05:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-middle-school-student-dies-from-suspected-self-inflicted-gunshot-wound/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several suspects were arrested for stealing over $2K of merch from a CVS in south O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Friday night Orange County Sheriff deputies assigned to Rancho Margarita Police Services were patrol checking local businesses.<br />
A vehicle was stopped leaving one of the businesses and something just didn&rsquo;t seem right.<br />
An investigation revealed over $2,000 worth of stolen items from a CVS.<br />
Picture Courtesy of Rancho Margarita Police Services<br />
The individuals involved were arrested and a juvenile was released to a responsible adult pending additional charges.<br />
In California, stealing $2,0]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-suspects-were-arrested-for-stealing-over-2k-of-merch-from-a-cvs-in-south-oc/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 02:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-suspects-were-arrested-for-stealing-over-2k-of-merch-from-a-cvs-in-south-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for an armed gangbanger on parole who threatened his ex-girlfriend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are attempting to locate Anthony Madrid (aka &ldquo;Apache&rdquo;), who is wanted for threatening his ex-girlfriend with a weapon at her residence and for a parole violation, according to the SAPD.BE ADVISED: Anthony is a documented gang member and considered armed and dangerous. Do not approach or attempt to contact him.If you see him, please call the Watch Commander at (714) 245-8700 or Detective G. Corona at (714) 245-8429/GCorona@santa-ana.org.In California, the penalties for thre]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-an-armed-gangbanger-on-parole-who-threatened-his-ex-girlfriend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Mar 2025 00:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-an-armed-gangbanger-on-parole-who-threatened-his-ex-girlfriend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Costa Mesa police officers seized 34 pounds of meth and arrested a suspect from L.A. County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, investigators from the Costa Mesa Police Department&rsquo;s Special Investigations Unit conducted a narcotics investigation that resulted in a sizable seizure and arrest of a man who came into Costa Mesa from another city.<br />
They arrested Orlando Camacho, 33, a resident of Norwalk, for possession of methamphetamine for sale.The officers also seized approximately 34 pounds of methamphetamine and over $28,000 in cashCamacho is currently in custody on a two million dollar bail.<br />
The CMPD th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costa-mesa-police-officers-seized-34-pounds-of-meth-and-arrested-a-suspect-from-la-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 21:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/costa-mesa-police-officers-seized-34-pounds-of-meth-and-arrested-a-suspect-from-la-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects cited after racing on a street in right in front of an Irvine cop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lsat night two drivers decided to engage in a street race near Von Karman and McGaw, according to the Irvine Police Department.It was less &ldquo;Fast and Furious&rdquo; and more &ldquo;Oops, we didn&rsquo;t see that police car!&rdquo;<br />
No kidding, they raced right past a marked black and white police car.<br />
They then found out the hard way that Irvine is not a Formula 1 track&hellip;The two drivers were stopped and awarded citations and 30-day impounds for their efforts.<br />
If you are curious, yes, t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-cited-after-racing-on-a-street-in-right-in-front-of-an-irvine-cop/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 06:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-cited-after-racing-on-a-street-in-right-in-front-of-an-irvine-cop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD police officers arrested an armed robber who stole jewelry and a cell phone from a victim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers responded to a robbery near Greenville St. &amp; St. Gertrude Pl., where a victim reported being robbed of a gold chain and phone by an armed suspect, according to the SAPD.<br />
The victim provided updates to SAPD Dispatch, helping the police officers to locate the suspect, who had fled on foot and ran into the backyard of a home on W. Central Ave.The police officers quickly contained the area, and the suspect surrendered without incident.<br />
The weapon was recovered, and the suspect wa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-officers-arrested-an-armed-robber-who-stole-jewelry-and-a-cell-phone-from-a-victim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 06:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-officers-arrested-an-armed-robber-who-stole-jewelry-and-a-cell-phone-from-a-victim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A probationer with a warrant was arrested again on DUI charges in south Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last Tuesday, Orange County Sheriff Deputies assigned to Rancho Margarita&rsquo;s Police Services conducted a traffic stop and contacted a driver on probation.<br />
The driver also had a warrant for his arrest for a DUI charge and showed signs of being under the influence yet again.<br />
A search of the vehicle revealed opened bottles of alcohol.<br />
The driver was arrested for charges related to the incident.RSM police services wants to remind everyone to make sound decisions when drinking, and find a design]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-probationer-with-a-warrant-was-arrested-again-on-dui-charges-in-south-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-probationer-with-a-warrant-was-arrested-again-on-dui-charges-in-south-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hundreds will gather to protest SAUSD extortion at tonight’s board meeting]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CALIF. &ndash; March 25, 2025 &ndash; This evening, hundreds of Orange County School of the Arts (OCSA) supporters will gather to protest Santa Ana Unified School District (SAUSD)&rsquo;s demand of $16 million, which the district knows OCSA cannot pay.The protest reflects the growing outrage of OCSA community members who stand against the district&rsquo;s relentless financial demands for services that were never rendered. Frustrated supporters demand an end to SAUSD&rsquo;s attempted]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hundreds-will-gather-to-protest-sausd-extortion-at-tonights-board-meeting/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 17:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/hundreds-will-gather-to-protest-sausd-extortion-at-tonights-board-meeting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The OC Sheriff announces the dismissal of an ACLU lawsuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. (March 25, 2025): The Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department has resolved the lawsuit brought by People for the Ethical Operation of Prosecutors and Law Enforcement (P.E.O.P.L.E.), Bethany Webb, Theresa Smith, and Tina Jackson.<br />
This case, initiated in 2018, focused on the use of custodial informants in Orange County jails and alleged violations of the U.S. Constitution and state laws. The lawsuit has been dismissed with prejudice by the Plaintiffs, who acknowledged that their]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-sheriff-announces-the-dismissal-of-an-aclu-lawsuit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 17:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-sheriff-announces-the-dismissal-of-an-aclu-lawsuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police will conduct a CDL and DUI Checkpoint on March 27]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huntington Beach, CA &ndash; The Huntington Beach Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits.Checkpoint locations are chosen based on the history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influenc]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-march-27/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 17:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-will-conduct-a-cdl-and-dui-checkpoint-on-march-27/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Toxic algae bloom causing O.C. marine life to beach themselves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Seal Beach beaches and coastlines across Southern California are currently experiencing an increase in sick or stranded sea lions, dolphins, and seabirds due to a harmful algae bloom caused by Pseudo-nitzschia, a marine diatom that produces domoic acid&mdash;a powerful neurotoxin.This toxin accumulates in anchovies, sardines, and shellfish, working its way up the marine food chain. Animals that ingest it may suffer from confusion, seizures, and disorientation. Seabirds may even appear inland or]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/toxic-algae-bloom-causing-oc-marine-life-to-beach-themselves/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 00:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/toxic-algae-bloom-causing-oc-marine-life-to-beach-themselves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[There are about 200,000 O.C. residents who may have latent tuberculosis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tuberculosis (TB) rates are going up all over the U.S., even here in Orange County. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It primarily affects the lungs but can also impact other parts of the body, such as the kidneys, spine, and brain. TB is spread through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks.Types of TB<br />
As of 2023, the United States has seen an increase in tuberculosis (TB) cases.<br />
2023: The U.S. reported 9,633 TB cases, w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/there-are-about-200000-oc-residents-who-may-have-latent-tuberculosis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/there-are-about-200000-oc-residents-who-may-have-latent-tuberculosis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police issued 19 citations for loud vehicles on Saturday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department deployed High Visibility Enforcement (HVE) officers across Jamboree Road to address complaints about racing vehicles and loud exhaust on Saturday night.Police officers warned seven drivers, issued 19 citations, inspected three vehicles, and referred two cars to the State Referee.Drivers operating vehicles with loud, illegally modified exhaust should expect strict enforcement in Irvine. The Irvine Police will continue to deploy these special details at different times]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-issued-19-citations-for-loud-vehicles-on-saturday-night/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 17:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-issued-19-citations-for-loud-vehicles-on-saturday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two felons arrested on various felony charges, including child endangerment, in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend, police officers responded to a report of a suspicious male in the 2600 block of Yorba Linda, who appeared to be &ldquo;huffing&rdquo; from a can outside a vehicle, according to the Fullerton Police Department.<br />
Upon arrival, officers made contact with a male and female adult, as well as a toddler, who was asleep in the car&rsquo;s back seat.During their investigation, officers located a firearm inside the vehicle. Both adults, being convicted felons, are prohibited from possessi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-felons-arrested-on-various-felony-charges-including-child-endangerment-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Mar 2025 06:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-felons-arrested-on-various-felony-charges-including-child-endangerment-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A vitamin store robber was arrested in Irvine and is now facing multiple felony charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday a vitamin shop called the police to report that somebody had just stolen from their store, according to the Irvine Police Department.<br />
An officer quickly located the suspect vehicle and pulled it over. The driver refused to exit the car and did not comply with the officer&rsquo;s polite requests.<br />
A man tried to pill his way to better health but only supplemented his criminal record! A Perhaps he was filled with a capsule of regret after getting caught.The Irvine Police Department&rsqu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-vitamin-store-robber-was-arrested-in-irvine-and-is-now-facing-multiple-felony-charges/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Mar 2025 05:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-vitamin-store-robber-was-arrested-in-irvine-and-is-now-facing-multiple-felony-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[North O.C. police arrested a man on felony charges after a pursuit and another man wanted in L.A.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a stolen vehicle at the intersection of Magnolia and Orangethorpe, according to the Fullerton Police Department.<br />
However, the suspect fled from the officers, prompting a vehicle pursuit that continued into the City of Buena Park.<br />
Ultimately, the suspect was apprehended and booked on multiple charges, including felony evasion, hit &amp; run, possession of a stolen vehicle, and possession of drugs and paraphernalia.<br />
In California, being arrest]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/north-oc-police-arrested-a-man-on-felony-charges-after-a-pursuit-and-another-man-wanted-in-la/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 05:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/north-oc-police-arrested-a-man-on-felony-charges-after-a-pursuit-and-another-man-wanted-in-la/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD police arrested a gangbanger on probation after a foot pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers were recently conducting proactive enforcement in the area of 4500 W. 1st St. due to a recent uptick in gang activity, according to the SAPD.When they attempted to contact a documented gang member who was known to be on probation a foot pursuit ensued.As is usually the case the officers quickly caught up to the suspect and arrested him.<br />
The officers also recovered a &ldquo;ghost gun&rdquo; that was in the suspect&rsquo;s possession.The suspect was arrested and booked at the Santa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-arrested-a-gangbanger-on-probation-after-a-foot-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 05:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-arrested-a-gangbanger-on-probation-after-a-foot-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A pair of probationers were arrested after a traffic stop in Santa Ana on gang, gun and drug charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana police detectives recently conducted a traffic stop in the area of 300 S. Hickory St. for vehicle code violations, according to the SAPD.The vehicle was occupied by a man and a woman, who were both on probation.<br />
During a search of the vehicle the detectives located a loaded firearm and narcotics under the front passenger seat.Both suspects were arrested and they were booked at the Santa Ana City Jail for various firearm, gang and narcotic-related charges and oustanding warrants.If a pr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pair-of-probationers-were-arrested-after-a-traffic-stop-in-santa-ana-on-gang-gun-and-drug-charges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 05:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pair-of-probationers-were-arrested-after-a-traffic-stop-in-santa-ana-on-gang-gun-and-drug-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two loiterers, including a probationer, were arrested on weapons charges by SAPD officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana gang detectives were conducting proactive enforcement recently in the area of 1700 E. Dyer Rd. when they contacted two men who were loitering near a vehicle in the parking lot of a gas station, according to the SAPD.One male suspect was found to be on probation and as such he was subject to search and seizure conditoins by police officers.<br />
The detectives proceeded to search both suspects and their associated vehicle. They located two firearms during the search.<br />
Both of the suspects wer]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-loiterers-including-a-probationer-were-arrested-on-weapons-charges-by-sapd-officers/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 04:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-loiterers-including-a-probationer-were-arrested-on-weapons-charges-by-sapd-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Westminster police are searching for a pair of burglary suspects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two thieving individuals decided to commit a burglary in Westminster and the police are now looking for your help to identify them, according to the Westminster Police Department.The suspects are a man and a woman. They both appear to be Hispanic. The male suspect was wearing a black sweatsuit with a California Angels logo and white tennie shoes. He also had a black face mask on. The woman was short with her hair in a bun. She was wearing a silver and black jacket, blue jeans and black tennis sh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-searching-for-a-pair-of-burglary-suspects/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Mar 2025 00:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-searching-for-a-pair-of-burglary-suspects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. mom charged with killing her own son to prevent her husband from taking custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A mother has been charged with one felony count of murder for slitting her 11-year-old son&rsquo;s throat, killing the boy after a three-day vacation to Disneyland during a custody visit, according to the OCDA.The boy, who was scheduled to be returned to his father on Wednesday, was instead found by police that morning dead on the motel room&rsquo;s bed among Disneyland souvenirs after his mother called 911 to report she had killed her son.The boy&rsquo;s mother, Sarith]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-charged-with-killing-her-own-son-to-prevent-her-husband-from-taking-custody/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 23:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-charged-with-killing-her-own-son-to-prevent-her-husband-from-taking-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Tustin Police are searching for a woman who used stolen debit cards to buy merch at a Target store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police detectives are searching for a white female suspect who used stolen debit cards to fraudulently purchase items from a Target store, according to the Tustin Police Department.The suspect&rsquo;s pictures, from a surveillance store, were released by the Tustin Police. She was wearing dark sweat pants, a gray top with a plaid long-sleeved shirt and black tennis shoes. She has blond hair that was tied in a bun. She had a suitcase and a shopping bag.<br />
If you recognize this female, please notify]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-tustin-police-are-searching-for-a-woman-who-used-stolen-debit-cards-to-buy-merch-at-a-target-store/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 23:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-tustin-police-are-searching-for-a-woman-who-used-stolen-debit-cards-to-buy-merch-at-a-target-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police pursuit of two Priuses in coastal O.C. ends with arrests on narcotics, vehicle theft, and firearm charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[At approximately 10:20 a.m. today, the Huntington Beach Police helicopter HB1 located a stolen white Prius traveling northbound on Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) from Newport Beach into Huntington Beach.<br />
Huntington Beach Police Officers responded and noticed the white Prius was in tandem with another vehicle, a gray Prius. Officers initiated a traffic stop, but both vehicles failed to stop, and a pursuit ensued northbound on PCH.<br />
The driver of the white Prius lost control of the vehicle while makin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-pursuit-of-two-priuses-in-coastal-oc-ends-with-arrests-on-narcotics-vehicle-theft-and-firearm-charges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 23:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-pursuit-of-two-priuses-in-coastal-oc-ends-with-arrests-on-narcotics-vehicle-theft-and-firearm-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. transient was arrested for shooting another transient in the face]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today at approximately 6:35 a.m., deputies were dispatched to an unknown trouble call in an abandoned industrial building near Cerritos and Magnolia, according to the OC Sheriff&rsquo;s Stanton Police Services.Upon arrival, they learned that OCFA had been flagged down by a person requesting medical aid for an injured transient inside the abandoned industrial building.<br />
They discovered a man who sustained a gunshot wound to the face. The suspect fled prior to deputies arrival.<br />
The victim was trans]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-transient-was-arrested-for-shooting-another-transient-in-the-face/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 15:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-transient-was-arrested-for-shooting-another-transient-in-the-face/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Car used by a murder suspect in Anaheim identified by OC Sheriff investigators]]></title><description><![CDATA[OC Sheriff investigators have identified the vehicle involved in a Oct. 13 homicide in Anaheim as a silver 2007 Lincoln MKZ [CA 6ANY798] with a light-colored interior.At approximately 10:10 p.m. on Oct. 13, 2024, deputies responded to a shooting in the 11500 block of Mossler Street in unincorporated Anaheim.<br />
New video footage of suspect&rsquo;s car and photo of person of interest in Anaheim homicide.<br />
On October 13, 2024, at approximately 10:10 pm, deputies were dispatched to the 11500 Block of M]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/car-used-by-a-murder-suspect-in-anaheim-identified-by-oc-sheriff-investigators/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 15:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/car-used-by-a-murder-suspect-in-anaheim-identified-by-oc-sheriff-investigators/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Garden Grove Police made 6 DUI arrests and issued 50 citations during DUI saturation patrols this month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the holiday weekend, the Garden Grove Police Department Neighborhood Trattic Unit conducted extra DUl enforcement. These are often referred to as DUI Saturation Patrols.These saturations resulted in a total of 50 citations being issued and 6 DUI arrestsHere are some of the top California Vehicle Code violations that police frequently issue tickets for:1. Speeding (CVC 22350)Driving faster than is safe for current conditions. Penalties can include fines and points on your driving record.2. R]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-made-6-dui-arrests-and-issued-50-citations-during-dui-saturation-patrols-this-month/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 01:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-made-6-dui-arrests-and-issued-50-citations-during-dui-saturation-patrols-this-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Suspect who shot at an off-duty Irvine cop apprehended at the Pechanga Casino]]></title><description><![CDATA[At about 2:06 a.m. this morning, the Irvine Police Department (IPD) received a call from an off-duty IPD officer who reported a Nissan Altima driving erratically near Jamboree and Barranca.<br />
Thinking the driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, the officer continued to follow the vehicle while on-duty IPD officers were attempting to catch up to their location.<br />
The Nissan exited Edinger and drove east towards Irvine Center Drive and Harvard Avenue. As the officer exited the Edinger o]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-who-shot-at-an-off-duty-irvine-cop-apprehended-at-the-pechanga-casino/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 04:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/suspect-who-shot-at-an-off-duty-irvine-cop-apprehended-at-the-pechanga-casino/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The hunt is on for a transient who stabbed an O.C. deputy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today at approximately 2:15 p.m., a dn Orange County deputy was on foot patrol doing routine homeless outreach near the 1700 block of Avenida Estacion in San Clemente, according to San Clemente Police Services.After about 30 minutes, the deputy notified dispatch that she had been stabbed by a known transient.The suspect is a white man in his mid-30s with brown hair, blue eyes and a beard, approximately 5&rsquo;10&rdquo; and 160lbs. wearing a black jacket and dark pants.<br />
He was last seen running]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-hunt-is-on-for-a-transient-who-stabbed-an-oc-deputy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 04:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-hunt-is-on-for-a-transient-who-stabbed-an-oc-deputy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. teenager’s E-bike was impounded after he popped a wheelie in front of several cops]]></title><description><![CDATA[A rebellious teenager in Orange County found out the hard way that breaking the law and mocking police officers is a very bad idea.The teenager popped a wheelie right in front of a group of Huntington Beach police officers and then decided to give them a little mockery. Classic move, right?It turns out it wasn&rsquo;t such a good idea. With some good old-fashioned police work (and a little help from technology), the officers easily identified the teenager.Officers responded to his home, issued h]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-teenagers-e-bike-was-impounded-after-he-popped-a-wheelie-in-front-of-several-cops/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 06:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-teenagers-e-bike-was-impounded-after-he-popped-a-wheelie-in-front-of-several-cops/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Long Beach residents arrested at a Santa Ana motel for Temecula business burglary]]></title><description><![CDATA[36-year-old Marselina Ortiz and 43-year-old Jason Warner, of Long Beach were arrested at a Santa Ana motel after paying with a credit card stolen from a Temecula business, according to the Riverside County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department.Riverside County Deputies responded to the 28000 block of Jefferson Avenue on Tuesday to a report of a commercial burglary.The burglary suspects allegedly broke into the business, loaded approximately $50,000 worth of tools and property into a vehicle, then stole the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-long-beach-residents-arrested-at-a-santa-ana-motel-for-temecula-business-burglary/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 06:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-long-beach-residents-arrested-at-a-santa-ana-motel-for-temecula-business-burglary/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man who threw an injured cat in a dumpster charged with felony animal cruelty]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A Mission Viejo man has been charged with felony animal cruelty after he was captured on surveillance video throwing an obviously injured cat inside a trash bag into a dumpster. The cat was suffering from a broken jaw, broken blood vessels in her eye, a concussion, and a badly swollen eye when she was rescued just before the dumpster was scheduled to be emptied, according to the OCDA.Picture Courtesy of the CIty of Mission Viejo<br />
Joseph Harrison Parker, 58, of Mission Vi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-who-threw-an-injured-cat-in-a-dumpster-charged-with-felony-animal-cruelty/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-who-threw-an-injured-cat-in-a-dumpster-charged-with-felony-animal-cruelty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. suspect arrested for gang-related shooting of two victims]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Sunday, March 16, 2025, at approximately 8:50 p.m., police officers responded to reports of a shooting near the intersection of Mandrell Drive and Koledo Lane, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD).Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Both individuals were transported to local hospitals for medical treatment, and their injuries are considered non-life-threatening.Detectives from the HBPD Major Crimes Unit and Special Inve]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-suspect-arrested-for-gang-related-shooting-of-two-victims/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 00:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-suspect-arrested-for-gang-related-shooting-of-two-victims/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. deputies spotted a stolen vehicle and arrested two suspects on felony charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[While conducting a routine patrol check at a local business, Orange County Sheriff deputies spotted a suspicious vehicle with a stolen license plate, according to San Clemente Police Services.A records check of the VIN revealed the car was reported stolen out of Los Angeles.Both suspects were detained and found to have prior arrests for vehicle theft.A search of the vehicle uncovered narcotics and evidence of identity theft.Both suspects were arrested and booked on multiple charges.Here are the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-spotted-a-stolen-vehicle-and-arrested-two-suspects-on-felony-charges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 19:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-spotted-a-stolen-vehicle-and-arrested-two-suspects-on-felony-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several commercial burglary suspects were arrested after a pursuit by several O.C. police departments]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, March 6th, police officers were dispatched to a commercial burglary in progress, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.As the police officers arrived on scene, they observed a vehicle fleeing the parking lot. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Fountain Valley PD (@fountainvalleypd)<br />
A pursuit ensued and to the dismay of the suspects officers from the Tustin and Westminster Police Departments provided assistance. Additionally the OC Sheriff police helicopter, Duk]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-commercial-burglary-suspects-were-arrested-after-a-pursuit-by-several-oc-police-departments/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 04:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-commercial-burglary-suspects-were-arrested-after-a-pursuit-by-several-oc-police-departments/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police will be looking for drunk drivers on St. Patrick’s Day, this Monday]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you are planning on getting drunk in Irvine on St. Patrick&rsquo;s Day, which is this Monday, March 17, be forwarned that the Irvine Police will will have extra DUI Enforcement officers on the roads looking for those who have consumed too many green beers.<br />
The number of beers it takes to reach the legal limit for a DUI can vary widely based on several factors. In California, the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is 0.08% for drivers over 21.However, reaching this limit depends on:]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-will-be-looking-for-drunk-drivers-on-st-patricks-day-this-monday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Mar 2025 03:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-will-be-looking-for-drunk-drivers-on-st-patricks-day-this-monday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A motorcyclist died in north O.C. after apparently losing control, possibly while speeding]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, March 15, 2025, at approximately 10:03 PM, Fullerton Police Officers responded to the area of N. Euclid St. and W. Valencia Mesa Dr. regarding a motorcyclist down in the roadway.Upon arrival, officers located an adult male and a Gray Harley Davidson in the northbound lanes of N. Euclid St. The Fullerton Fire Department arrived on scene and pronounced the male deceased.Preliminary investigations indicates that the motorcyclist was traveling northbound Euclid St. in the number two lan]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-motorcyclist-died-in-north-oc-after-apparently-losing-control-possibly-while-speeding/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 21:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-motorcyclist-died-in-north-oc-after-apparently-losing-control-possibly-while-speeding/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A DUI driver was arrested in Tustin after his car got stuck on a median]]></title><description><![CDATA[A DUI driver was arrested in Tustin last night, near the Tustin Community Bank, at El Camino Real and Newport Ave., according to the Tustin Police Department.The driver somehow maneuvered his car onto the median and it got stuck there.<br />
There are quite a few restaurants and bars in that area which is near Old Town Tustin.The DUI suspect most likely caused serious damage to his car&rsquo;s undercarriage. The car appears to be a black Ford Mustang GT. The value of a used Ford Mustang GT can vary si]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-was-arrested-in-tustin-after-his-car-got-stuck-on-a-median/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 21:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-was-arrested-in-tustin-after-his-car-got-stuck-on-a-median/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police are searching for a suspect in a fatal hit and run of a pedestrian in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Buena Park Police Department is asking for the public&rsquo;s help in identifying or locating a vehicle involved in a hit and run traffic collision.On March 13, 2025 at approximately 12:49 a.m., a blue Honda struck a pedestrian in the intersection of Beach Blvd. and Crescent Ave., causing significant injury. The driver then fled from the scene.This vehicle likely sustained damage to the front end, hood, and possibly the windshield.<br />
If you know anything about the collision, the location of th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-are-searching-for-a-suspect-in-a-fatal-hit-and-run-of-a-pedestrian-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 20:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-are-searching-for-a-suspect-in-a-fatal-hit-and-run-of-a-pedestrian-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD officers and OCFA firefighters rescue critically burned man from a residential fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters were called at 2:14 a.m. to a garage fire around the 800 block of South Flower Street in Santa Ana on Saturday morning after getting reports about a burn victim, according to the OCFA.The fire crews quickly contained the fire to the modified detached garage, preventing it from spreading to the house.<br />
Firefighter paramedics treated an adult male with severe burns who had escaped through a door that quick-acting SAPD police officers had forced open before the fire crews arrival.<br />
The c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-officers-and-ocfa-firefighters-rescue-critically-burned-man-from-a-residential-fire/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Mar 2025 01:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-officers-and-ocfa-firefighters-rescue-critically-burned-man-from-a-residential-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. man arrested on felony charges for repeated thefts from the Best Buy in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, detectives identified Randall Held, 54, of Lake Forest, as a suspect in multiple thefts from the Best Buy in Irvine, according to the Irvine Police Department.On Wednesday, detectives arrested him and booked him at Orange County Jail for felony organized retail theft charges.<br />
Held appears to be a prolific retail theft suspect and has been tied to thefts at numerous other stores.Last year, Proposition 36 reclassified some misdemeanor theft and drug offenses to felonies. People with mult]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-arrested-on-felony-charges-for-repeated-thefts-from-the-best-buy-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Mar 2025 06:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-man-arrested-on-felony-charges-for-repeated-thefts-from-the-best-buy-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana has a new affordable housing apartment community called Archways]]></title><description><![CDATA[Low-income residents have a new place to call home at Archways Santa Ana, an affordable housing community that also provides supportive services for people experiencing mental illness or homelessness, thanks in part to $3.9 million in funding from the City of Santa Ana.This week, city staff joined Community Development Partners and other organizations involved in the project for a ribbon cutting ceremony. Councilmembers Johnathan Ryan Hernandez and Jessie Lopez, whjo are perenially under-employe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-has-a-new-affordable-housing-apartment-community-called-archways/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Mar 2025 01:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-has-a-new-affordable-housing-apartment-community-called-archways/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All evacuation orders lifted for all O.C. canyons near the Airport Fire burn scar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif.&ndash; Effective Thursday, March 13 at 6 pm all evacuation orders have been lifted for Trabuco Canyon, Hot Springs Canyon, Bell Canyon, Long Canyon and Modjeska Canyon.To report storm-related issues with a County road or flood control channel, call the Orange County Public Works Storm Center 714-955-0200 during standard business hours and 714-955-0333 during flash flood events and emergencies when OC Public Works&rsquo; Department Operations Center is activated.A map and more i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/all-evacuation-orders-lifted-for-all-oc-canyons-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 23:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/all-evacuation-orders-lifted-for-all-oc-canyons-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police will have extra DUI patrols on St. Patrick’s Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[COSTA MESA, Calif. (March 14, 2025) &ndash; St. Patrick&rsquo;s Day is a time to celebrate with friends, family and good cheer. However, as the festivities often include alcohol, the Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) is urging everyone to prioritize safety and avoid driving under the influence. Don&rsquo;t rely on luck&mdash;plan ahead and make sure you have a sober way to get home.In 2022 alone, there were 74 drunk-driving fatalities during the St. Patrick&rsquo;s Day holiday, according to th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-will-have-extra-dui-patrols-on-st-patricks-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 22:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-will-have-extra-dui-patrols-on-st-patricks-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man in a wheelchair was fatally struck by a vehicle in north O.C. last night]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 10:52 PM, police officers were dispatched to the area of W. Commonwealth Ave. and Library Ln. regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian in a wheelchair, according to the Fullerton Police Department.Upon arrival, officers located an adult male pedestrian in the roadway with traumatic injuries. Officers immediately began life-saving measures until the Fullerton Fire Department arrived.<br />
Sadly, the pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the sce]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-in-a-wheelchair-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-north-oc-last-night/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 21:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-in-a-wheelchair-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-north-oc-last-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Orange Police will be conducting a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint tonight]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Orange Police Department will be conducting a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint March 14, 2025, at 1200 E. Katella Avenue between the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.DUI Checkpoints like this one are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests. Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, with officers checking drivers for proper licensing.DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orange-police-will-be-conducting-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-tonight/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 20:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-orange-police-will-be-conducting-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-tonight/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Several armed gangbangers were arrested for selling narcotics outside a Santa Ana bar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrol officers responded to a call for service regarding several individuals using narcotics outside the Los Cristales Bar, located at 1624 S. Standard Ave., in Santa Ana, according to the SAPD.Upon arrival, officers detained multiple gangbangers who attempted to flee on foot. That usually does not pan out for the gangbangers as they often end up tripping over their baggy pants!The police officers swiftly apprehended all the individuals, and as a result of the investigation two separate firearm]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-armed-gangbangers-were-arrested-for-selling-narcotics-outside-a-santa-ana-bar/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 20:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/several-armed-gangbangers-were-arrested-for-selling-narcotics-outside-a-santa-ana-bar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An armed probationer was arrested again while trying to steal a motorcycle near the SAPD’s HQ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrol officers recently resonded to the parking structure located at 1020 W. Civic Center regarding a man trying to steal a motorcycle, according to the SAPD.Incredibly the suspect was doing this a few minutes away from the SAPD&rsquo;s headquarters! This guy was no rocket scientist&hellip;The suspect was also seen looking into vehicles and, alarmingly, he was thought to be armed.When the SAPD police officers arrived, they located the man. He was indeed armed with a loaded firearm.<br />
To make matt]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-probationer-was-arrested-again-while-trying-to-steal-a-motorcycle-near-the-sapds-hq/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-probationer-was-arrested-again-while-trying-to-steal-a-motorcycle-near-the-sapds-hq/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meet firefighters and have fun at the OCFA Open House this Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, March 15th from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., join your firefighters at the Orange County Fire Authority Annual Open House at 1 Fire Authority Road in Irvine.<br />
The OCFA Open House is set for March 15, 2025<br />
This FREE event includes junior firefighter activities, apparatus on display, fire safety tips, and more! Meet your local firefighters, learn fire safety, and even put out pretend fires.View the shuttle parking map here, as there will be NO on-site parking.OCFA Open House shuttle parking map<br />
El]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/meet-firefighters-and-have-fun-at-the-ocfa-open-house-this-saturday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/meet-firefighters-and-have-fun-at-the-ocfa-open-house-this-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police nabbed two package thieves from Huntington Beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday morning, police officers were dispatched to Park Place Apartments when two suspects were interrupted by security as they stole packages from the mailroom, according to the Irvine Police Department.Jay James Latunski, 36, of Huntington Beach, left the location empty-handed. His partner in crime, Nichole Yvonne Bagley, 39, of Huntington Beach, fled with multiple packages.For those of you in the audience who have been around for a while, the ending of this tale is probably predictable.S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-nabbed-two-package-thieves-from-huntington-beach/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-nabbed-two-package-thieves-from-huntington-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mandatory evacuation order issued for parts of Orange County near the Airport Fire Burn Scar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. (March 12, 2025) Effective Wednesday, March 12 at 6 pm, an Evacuation Order (Mandatory) will be issued for areas in Trabuco Creek including the RC Airport, fire station, campground/park and school, Bell Canyon including Starr Ranch and Hot Springs Canyon including Lazy-W Ranch due to possible debris flows along or near the Airport Fire burn scar. An Evacuation Warning (Voluntary) remains in place for Long Canyon and Modjeska Canyon. A map with detailed depictions of the areas u]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/mandatory-evacuation-order-issued-for-parts-of-orange-county-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 01:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/mandatory-evacuation-order-issued-for-parts-of-orange-county-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Six O.C. transients were arrested and a homeless camp under the 405 Freeway was cleaned up]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning at 6 a.m., the Huntington Beach Police Department&rsquo;s Homeless Task Force, Union Pacific Railroad, and the Westminster Police Department joined forces to address ongoing issues at the 405 Freeway underpass along the railroad.The homeless camp before the cleanup<br />
As a result of this coordinated effort:<br />
Six individuals were arrested and transported to the HBPD jail, where they were offered services.Union Pacific Railroad employees cleaned up a significant amount of accumulated tras]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/six-oc-transients-were-arrested-and-a-homeless-camp-under-the-405-freeway-was-cleaned-up/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 01:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/six-oc-transients-were-arrested-and-a-homeless-camp-under-the-405-freeway-was-cleaned-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A young woman from Santa Ana was killed in a collision near Hesperia on Saturday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emily Pulsifer, a 20-year-old resident from Santa Ana, was killed in a 12:25 a.m. single car collision, on Saturday, March 8, 2025, along the northbound 15 freeway, just south of Oak Hill Road, south of Hesperia, according to the CHP and San Bernardino County Coroner&rsquo;s officials.Pulsifer was driving a 2008 Mazda 3 when her car veered off the right shoulder, became airborne, and then crashed into Desert Valley Towing&rsquo;s lot, according to the CHP.Pulsifer unfortunately was not wearing a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-young-woman-from-santa-ana-was-killed-in-a-collision-near-hesperia-on-saturday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 01:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-young-woman-from-santa-ana-was-killed-in-a-collision-near-hesperia-on-saturday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine woman arrested for stealing from an REI store in Tustin four times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Criminals often return to the scene of the crime and that rarely works out well for them. In the latest example of this Ivy Tseng, an Irvine resident, returned to an REI store in Tustin today and committed yet another theft, according to the Tustin Police Department.This time however Tseng was recognized as she left the store.Police officers located her in the Tustin Marketplace and she was arrested for four thefts from REI.The Tustin Police Department thanks today&rsquo;s reporting party who id]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-woman-arrested-for-stealing-from-an-rei-store-in-tustin-four-times/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Mar 2025 00:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-woman-arrested-for-stealing-from-an-rei-store-in-tustin-four-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD busted a probationer at the Royal Roman Motel and seized their drugs and cash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers continued their enforcement efforts along the East First Corridor, leading to a probation search at the Royal Roman Motel located at 1504 E. First Street., according to the SAPD.<br />
The search resulted in:<br />
274g Methamphetamine74g M30 Pills90 Xanax Pills17.5g Fentanyl$1,000 in currencyThe suspect was arrested for narcotics sales, and another individual was taken into custody on a felony warrant.<br />
SAPD police officers remain committed to addressing quality of life concerns and keeping Santa A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-busted-a-probationer-at-the-royal-roman-motel-and-seized-their-drugs-and-cash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 21:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-busted-a-probationer-at-the-royal-roman-motel-and-seized-their-drugs-and-cash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Voluntary evacuation warning issued for Orange County areas near the Airport Fire burn scar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. (March 12, 2025) Effective Wednesday, March 12 at 10 am, an Evacuation Warning (Voluntary) will be issued for areas in the Trabuco Canyon, Hot Springs Canyon, Bell Canyon, Long Canyon and Modjeska Canyon due to possible debris flows along or near the Airport Fire burn scar. A map with detailed depictions of the areas under Evacuation Warning (voluntary) can be found at www.ocsheriff.gov/airportfire.The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for the burn scar area for]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/voluntary-evacuation-warning-issued-for-orange-county-areas-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/voluntary-evacuation-warning-issued-for-orange-county-areas-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sedan collides with O.C. school bus, causing rollover with no serious injuries reported]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday morning, police officers responded to a traffic collision at the intersection of Euclid and Talbert, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.It was determined a sedan collided with a school bus, causing the bus to roll onto its side.<br />
Thankfully, no children were on board the school bus when the collision occurred, and the driver of the bus only sustained minor injuries.<br />
Picture courtesy of the Fountain Valley Police Dept.<br />
The driver of the sedan was not injured.<br />
Based upon t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sedan-collides-with-oc-school-bus-causing-rollover-with-no-serious-injuries-reported/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sedan-collides-with-oc-school-bus-causing-rollover-with-no-serious-injuries-reported/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Buena Park Police will conduct a DUI Checkpoint on March 21]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buena Park, Calif. &ndash; On next Friday, March 21st, the Buena Park Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) Checkpoint at an undisclosed location from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m.DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving&shy; related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.&ldquo;Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk,&rdquo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-buena-park-police-will-conduct-a-dui-checkpoint-on-march-21/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 23:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-buena-park-police-will-conduct-a-dui-checkpoint-on-march-21/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Garden Grove Police will conduct a DUl and Drivers License Checkpoint this Friday, March 14]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Garden Grove&rsquo;s Police Department will be conducting a DUl and Drivers License Checkpoint this Friday, March 14, 2025.Police Departments in California have to advise the public when they are conducting a DUI Checkpoint. This is part of the legal guidelines to ensure that the checkpoints are conducted in a manner that respects constitutional rights. The announcements typically include the general area and time frame but may not always specify the exact locations.DUI checkpoints i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-will-conduct-a-dul-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-this-friday-march-14/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 22:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-police-will-conduct-a-dul-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-this-friday-march-14/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Westminster man arrested for stealing $140K from a vape shop in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[In August, a Vape shop in the east part of Irvine was burglarized, and $140,000 was stolen from a safe, according to the Irvine Police Department.<br />
During the investigation, evidence was collected from the scene. That turned out to be bad news for the suspect!Recently, DNA from one of the items was matched to 31-year-old Toan Vo of Westminster.<br />
Yesterday, Irvine police detectives visited Vo and arrested him for burglary.<br />
Vo was booked at the Orange County Jail.Toan Vo&rsquo;s Las Vegas police boo]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/westminster-man-arrested-for-stealing-140k-from-a-vape-shop-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 16:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/westminster-man-arrested-for-stealing-140k-from-a-vape-shop-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man was hospitalized after being shot at an O.C. beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[On March 9, 2025 at 10:12 p.m., policeofficers were dispatched to the area of Corona del Mar Main Beach for a report of a shooting, according to the Newport Beach Police Department.Upon arrival, officers located one male adult victim who sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital where he was treated and released.Anybody with information related to this event is urged to call NBPD Detective Markwald at (949) 644-3762.In California, the penalti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-hospitalized-after-being-shot-at-an-oc-beach/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-was-hospitalized-after-being-shot-at-an-oc-beach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim man arrested on credit card theft and fraud charges by the Tustin Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[A wanted suspect is behind bars after a follower of the Tustin Police Department&rsquo;s Facebook page reported that the suspect was inside a local Costco today.Tustin police officers quickly responded to the Costco and detained the suspect, Daniel Cordova of Anaheim, outside of the Costco today.<br />
Cordova was arrested for the two prior identity theft cases. To the dismay of the police officers Cordova was also in possession of 14 additional credit cards. That&rsquo;s approximately 14 more victims]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-on-credit-card-theft-and-fraud-charges-by-the-tustin-police/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 00:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-man-arrested-on-credit-card-theft-and-fraud-charges-by-the-tustin-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD arrests a suspect on narcotics and firearm charges after a traffic stop and home search]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week patrol officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Westminster and Harbor Blvd., according to the SAPD.As a result, an officer obtained intelligence regarding narcotics sales and firearm possession and subsequently authored a search warrant.On March 6th, detectives and officers executed the search warrant at a residence located at the 3600 block of W. 17th.<br />
During the search, a large quantity of narcotics, U.S. currency and a loaded firearm were recovered.An adult male was arreste]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-arrests-a-suspect-on-narcotics-and-firearm-charges-after-a-traffic-stop-and-home-search/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2025 07:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-arrests-a-suspect-on-narcotics-and-firearm-charges-after-a-traffic-stop-and-home-search/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A DUI suspect was arrested after a fatal collision with a motorcyclist in Westminster]]></title><description><![CDATA[WESTMINSTER, CA &ndash; On Saturday, March 8, 2025, at approximately 2:03 AM, the Westminster Police Department received several calls regarding a traffic collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle.<br />
The adult male motorcyclist (victim) was on the ground in the southbound lanes of Beach Boulevard and McFadden Avenue. The driver of the vehicle (later identified as Abdallah Eid) ran southbound on Beach Boulevard from the scene of the accident.<br />
Officers arrived and found the victim in the roadwa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-suspect-was-arrested-after-a-fatal-collision-with-a-motorcyclist-in-westminster/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Mar 2025 06:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-suspect-was-arrested-after-a-fatal-collision-with-a-motorcyclist-in-westminster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An armed felon was arrested after a north O.C. traffic stop and his drugs were seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[A night shift police officer recently conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle near Acacia and Orangethorpe due to vehicle code violations, according to the Fullerton Police Department.During the ensuing investigation, officers discovered drugs, firearms, and ammunition inside the vehicle.Further investigation revealed that the driver, who was the only occupant of the vehicle, is a convicted felon and is prohibited from possessing firearms or ammunition.Picture courtesy of the Fullerton Police Dept]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-felon-was-arrested-after-a-north-oc-traffic-stop-and-his-drugs-were-seized/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Mar 2025 22:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-felon-was-arrested-after-a-north-oc-traffic-stop-and-his-drugs-were-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects broke into vehicles, stole goods and used stolen credit cards, in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two vehicles parked in a parking structure at Main St. and Mercantile were broken into on two different days, according to the Irvine Police Department.Two suspects were recorded using the victims&rsquo; stolen access cards. The damage to the vehicles totalled $1,400 in damages, and they stole $5,472 worth of goods while ringing up $2,581 in fraudulent charges on stolen credit cards.Picture courtesy of the Irvine Police Department<br />
The female has tattoos of &ldquo;Zero&rdquo; from Nightmare Befor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-broke-into-vehicles-stole-goods-and-used-stolen-credit-cards-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Mar 2025 18:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-broke-into-vehicles-stole-goods-and-used-stolen-credit-cards-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana Hiring Fairs for summer park jobs set for March 12 and April 2]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Santa Ana is hosting in-person hiring fairs on Wednesday, March 12 and April 2, 2025 from 1 &ndash; 6 p.m. as the Santa Ana Parks, Recreation &amp; Community Services Agency (PRCSA) will be hiring for various positions. Summer positions include camp counselors, lifeguards, cashiers, pool managers, and more.In addition to summer camp positions, PRCSA will also be seeking applicants who are innovative, enthusiastic, and results oriented individuals for the &nbsp;following program secti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-hiring-fairs-for-summer-park-jobs-set-for-march-12-and-april-2/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 23:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-hiring-fairs-for-summer-park-jobs-set-for-march-12-and-april-2/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A woman has stolen merch from the Tustin REI three times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Between November and February, a female stole merchandise from the REI in the Tustin Marketplace on three separate occasions, according to the Tustin Police Department.The suspect is associated with a white Tesla.<br />
REI in Tustin, picture courtesy of Yelp<br />
The suspect appears to be Asian with dark hair and she was wearing a tan cardigan with a dark shirt beneath it. She appears to be in her 20&rsquo;s.<br />
If you recognize her, please notify Detective Harris by calling 714-426-2427 or emailing charris@]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-woman-has-stolen-merch-from-the-tustin-rei-three-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 23:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-woman-has-stolen-merch-from-the-tustin-rei-three-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CalOptima Health expands street medicine program for the unhoused in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The CalOptima Health Board of Directors voted Thursday, March 6, to expand its Street Medicine Program to Santa Ana to provide urgent medical and social services to individuals experiencing homelessness, following months of advocacy by City of Santa Ana officials.&ldquo;Santa Ana is proud to be working collaboratively with CalOptima Health to reach the unhoused in our community,&rdquo; said Santa Ana Mayor Valerie Amezcua. &ldquo;We have robust existing resources to ser]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-expands-street-medicine-program-for-the-unhoused-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 05:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/caloptima-health-expands-street-medicine-program-for-the-unhoused-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The OC Health Care Agency gets kudos for an Innovative Emergency Medical Services project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif.&nbsp;(March 6, 2025) &ndash;&nbsp;The County of Orange is proud to announce that the OC Health Care Agency&rsquo;s (HCA) Emergency Medical Services (OCEMS) division has been honored with a prestigious 2024 Challenge Award from the California State Association of Counties (CSAC). The award recognizes OCEMS&rsquo; groundbreaking Bi-Directional Data Exchange Project, which enhances emergency medical response and patient care coordination throughout the county.The Bi-Directional Da]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-health-care-agency-gets-kudos-for-an-innovative-emergency-medical-services-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 03:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-health-care-agency-gets-kudos-for-an-innovative-emergency-medical-services-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana’s development and affordable housing projects win three O.C. awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The City of Santa Ana is honored to have three projects recognized for their creative approach to development and affordable housing at the Orange County Business Council&rsquo;s 14th Annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Awards last week. This is the third year in a row that the City of Santa Ana has won an award from OCBC.&ldquo;We are incredibly proud to see the City of Santa Ana recognized for its commitment to innovation and progress,&rdquo; Mayor Valerie Amezcua]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-anas-development-and-affordable-housing-projects-win-three-oc-awards/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 02:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-anas-development-and-affordable-housing-projects-win-three-oc-awards/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CA Gov. Gavin Newsom goes full MAGA on transgender athletes]]></title><description><![CDATA[California Governor Gavin Newsom said in his new podcast that it is&ldquo;deeply unfair&rdquo; for transgender athletes to participate in girls&rsquo; sports today. However Newsom refused to take any concrete actions.<br />
Newsom was asked by guest Charlie Kirk, a prominent conservative who founded Turning Point USA, about the issue on the &ldquo;This is Gavin Newsom&rdquo; podcast, as reported by Fox News.Newsom is thought to be a leading contender for the next Presidential race. Predictably he appe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-gov-gavin-newsom-goes-full-maga-on-transgender-athletes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 01:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-gov-gavin-newsom-goes-full-maga-on-transgender-athletes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Garden Grove arrested a murder suspect as he tried to walk across the border into Mexico]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Wednesday, 2/26/2025, police detectives arrested Chan Giang, in connection with a homicide that occured on 2/21/25, according to the Garden Grove Police Department.Chan Giang booking photo, courtesy of the GGPD<br />
Giang was detained in San Ysidro as he was attempting to walk across the border in to Mexico. A subsequent search warrant was conducted at Giang&rsquo;s residence in the City of Garden Grove. Giang was later transported and booked in to Orange County Jail.Homicide at 9622 Garden Grove]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-arrested-a-murder-suspect-as-he-tried-to-walk-across-the-border-into-mexico/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 16:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-garden-grove-arrested-a-murder-suspect-as-he-tried-to-walk-across-the-border-into-mexico/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange 19-year-old arrested for the fatal shooting of an Anaheim man]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, February 27, 2025, around 6:00 p.m., Anaheim Police officers and Anaheim Fire &amp; Rescue responded to the area of Ball Rd., west of Sunkist Ave., to check the welfare of a driver who appeared to be passed out behind the wheel.<br />
Officers arrived on scene and discovered the subject had been shot. Officers and paramedics provided first aid to the victim before he was transported to the hospital, where he was pronounced deceased shortly after arrival. The victim was identified as Antho]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-19-year-old-arrested-for-the-fatal-shooting-of-an-anaheim-man/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 01:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-19-year-old-arrested-for-the-fatal-shooting-of-an-anaheim-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two O.C. retail burglary suspects were arrested after running from police on the 405 Freeway]]></title><description><![CDATA[Very early this morning, two suspects thought they could star in their own episode of &ldquo;I (Almost) Got Away With It&rdquo; after breaking into a beauty retail store in Huntington Beach, but it did not end well for them, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.<br />
The suspects did not count on an alert store security guard, quick-responding police officers, and the HBPD HB1 Police Helicopter watching from above.When they realized they were surrounded, they made a run for it&hellip;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-retail-burglary-suspects-were-arrested-after-running-from-police-on-the-405-freeway/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-retail-burglary-suspects-were-arrested-after-running-from-police-on-the-405-freeway/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fairhaven Memorial Park invites you to explore the remarkable lives of legendary women on March 8]]></title><description><![CDATA[On International Women&rsquo;s Day (Saturday, March 8), Fairhaven Memorial Park will celebrate &ldquo;Women in History,&rdquo; giving visitors an opportunity to learn about the first woman to fly solo in the United States, the first female attorney in Orange County, the woman who saved Jewish families during the holocaust and many more.The &ldquo;Women in History&rdquo; tour invites you to explore the remarkable lives and legacies of the legendary women buried at Fairhaven Memorial Park. This ca]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fairhaven-memorial-park-invites-you-to-explore-the-remarkable-lives-of-legendary-women-on-march-8/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 23:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fairhaven-memorial-park-invites-you-to-explore-the-remarkable-lives-of-legendary-women-on-march-8/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alleged meth dealer arrested after a traffic stop in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Friday, February 28, 2025, at around 11:00 p.m., Orange County Sheriff North SET Deputies conducted a traffic stop in the unincorporated area of the City of Anaheim.<br />
A search of the vehicle uncovered approximately 4 ounces of methamphetamine, a significant amount of U.S. currency, over 100 small plastic baggies, and two digital scales.<br />
The suspect was arrested and now faces felony drug charges.In California, the penalties for selling drugs and being caught with 4 ounces of methamphetamine can]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/alleged-meth-dealer-arrested-after-a-traffic-stop-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 23:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/alleged-meth-dealer-arrested-after-a-traffic-stop-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed man arrested for causing a disturbance at a bar in Orange]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early this morning, police officers contacted a male subject who was causing a disturbance at a local bar, according to the Orange Police Department.The male suspect was found in possession of a suspected controlled substance and a loaded Glock 23 handgun.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the Orange Police Department<br />
The suspect was booked at Orange County Jail for multiple firearms and narcotics charges.In California, the penalties for causing a disturbance and being arrested on multiple firearms and narcot]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-man-arrested-for-causing-a-disturbance-at-a-bar-in-orange/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 22:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-man-arrested-for-causing-a-disturbance-at-a-bar-in-orange/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police are conducting a DUI Checkpoint on March 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[Irvine, Calif. (March 4, 2025) &ndash; The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver&rsquo;s License checkpoint as part of the Department&rsquo;s continued commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will be conducted on Friday, March 7, from 7:00 p.m. to 2 a.m. in the area of Culver Drive and Barranca Parkway.The checkpoint will be clearly marked, and vehicles will be selected for further screening on a p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-conducting-a-dui-checkpoint-on-march-7/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 07:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-conducting-a-dui-checkpoint-on-march-7/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa Police arrested two suspects on mail &amp; identity theft and credit card fraud charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, officers responded to a hotel at the 2600 block of Newport Boulevard reference unauthorized credit card transactions at the location reported by the owner of the credit card, which was ordered but never received in the mail, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department.<br />
Officers quickly identified two suspects who had used that stolen credit card.The vehicle they were using was at the location and had been reported stolen from Los Angeles. Officers were able to contact the female sus]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-two-suspects-on-mail-amp-identity-theft-and-credit-card-fraud-charges/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 07:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-two-suspects-on-mail-amp-identity-theft-and-credit-card-fraud-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. County man arrested after a brothel was discovered in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the evening of February 26, 2025, the Irvine Police Department&rsquo;s Special Investigations Unit (SIU), along with members of the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force (OCHTTF), served a search warrant on a suspected brothel at a residence in the area of Yale and Walnut.<br />
During the warrant service, detectives discovered several items indicative of a brothel, a male in charge of the operation, as well as four adult female victims.<br />
Fusong Lun, a 44-year-old resident of Monterey Park, was]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-arrested-after-a-brothel-was-discovered-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 06:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-county-man-arrested-after-a-brothel-was-discovered-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested a man who broke $10K worth of windows at a commercial building]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early this morning, patrol officers responded to a call for service about a man breaking windows at a commercial building, which was captured on video, according to the SAPD.Thanks to a vigilant witness and the police officers&rsquo; swift response, the suspect was arrested and booked for felony vandalism.<br />
Picture from an SAPD video<br />
The suspect caused over $10,000 in damage.<br />
It should be noted however that the SAPD response time is usually pretty awful &ndash; the department remains woefully und]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-a-man-who-broke-10k-worth-of-windows-at-a-commercial-building/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 06:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-a-man-who-broke-10k-worth-of-windows-at-a-commercial-building/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Tustin Police are conducting a DUI Checkpoint on March 7]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Tustin Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on March 7th, 2025 between 6:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits.DUI checkpoints have a deterrent effect, which is a proven resource in reducing the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug involved collisions. Research shows that collisions involving an impaired driver can be reduced by up to 20 percent when well-publicized DUI checkpoints and proactive DUI assignments are conducted routi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-tustin-police-are-conducting-a-dui-checkpoint-on-march-7/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-tustin-police-are-conducting-a-dui-checkpoint-on-march-7/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Investigators are searching for the suspects who fatally shot a man on a bike in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investigators are seeking information about a homicide that happened in Anaheim, according to the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department.On October 13, 2024, at approximately 10:10 pm, Orange County deputies were dispatched to the 11500 Block of Mossler Street in the Unincorporated area of Anaheim for a shooting that occurred.<br />
Upon arrival, deputies found a 50 year-old male with gunshot wounds. The male was later identified as Jorge Sanchez Tapia. He was riding his beach cruiser when he was sh]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/investigators-are-searching-for-the-suspects-who-fatally-shot-a-man-on-a-bike-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 19:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/investigators-are-searching-for-the-suspects-who-fatally-shot-a-man-on-a-bike-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A wanted felon was arrested again in north O.C. and his gun, drugs and cash were seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last night, an astute police officer saw a suspicious vehicle around Orangethorpe Avenue and S. Placentia Avenue, according to the Placentia Police Department.The vehicle was stopped and it was determined that the driver had an open warrant for his arrest.During a search of the vehicle, Officers discovered a loaded firearm, drugs, and cash.The driver was a convicted felon. He was arrested for numerous firearm and drug charges.Picture Courtesy of the Placentia Police Dept.<br />
The suspect was then tr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-wanted-felon-was-arrested-again-in-north-oc-and-his-gun-drugs-and-cash-were-seized/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 17:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-wanted-felon-was-arrested-again-in-north-oc-and-his-gun-drugs-and-cash-were-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after stealing cash from a wallet in Fountain Valley also facing narcotics charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 03/02/25, police officers responded to the 18300 block of Brookhurst Street regarding a robbery that just occurred, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.Upon arrival, the police officers determined a male subject had entered a business and removed cash from an unattended wallet.<br />
When the subject was confronted by the victim, a physical struggle ensued and the male fled the scene.The police officers located and apprehended the male a short distance away.<br />
Investigation revealed he]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-after-stealing-cash-from-a-wallet-in-fountain-valley-also-facing-narcotics-charges/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-after-stealing-cash-from-a-wallet-in-fountain-valley-also-facing-narcotics-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[K9 officer detects over 45 kilos of narcotics at a north O.C. traffic stop, leading to multiple arrests]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the weekend, police officers conducted a traffic stop for vehicle code violations in the area of Brookhurst and Valencia.<br />
Thanks to their diligence and the assistance of K-9 Echo, the officers uncovered over 45 kilos of narcotics, including fentanyl, cocaine, and heroin.<br />
As a result of this traffic stop, multiple suspects are now in custody.This successful intervention not only highlights the commitment of the FPD police officers to public safety but also underscores the ongoing fight again]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/k9-officer-detects-over-45-kilos-of-narcotics-at-a-north-oc-traffic-stop-leading-to-multiple-arrests/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Mar 2025 05:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/k9-officer-detects-over-45-kilos-of-narcotics-at-a-north-oc-traffic-stop-leading-to-multiple-arrests/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A DUI driver unleashed raging waters in Tustin when he crashed into a water control valve]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pickup truck driver failed to maintain control of his vehicle after exiting the I-5 freeway and the vehicle ended up colliding with a water control valve, according to the Tustin Police Department.<br />
More than just water was flowing with the driver, however, as he was arrested for DUI.<br />
It&rsquo;s never a good idea to drive impaired. Plan ahead, use a designated driver, or hail a rideshare.In California, driving under the influence (DUI) and causing property damage, such as crashing into a water]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-unleashed-raging-waters-in-tustin-when-he-crashed-into-a-water-control-valve/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Mar 2025 06:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-dui-driver-unleashed-raging-waters-in-tustin-when-he-crashed-into-a-water-control-valve/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects stole perfume bottles and assaulted store employees in Westminster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two suspects were involved in a robbery where they took several bottles of perfume and assaulted employees while trying to flee, according to the Westminster Police Department.The suspects both appear to be African American. One was a woman and the other was a man. Both were dressed in black apparel.<br />
If you recognize these suspects or have any additional information regarding this incident please reach out to Detective Figueroa at Jfigueroa@westminster-ca.gov.Stealing several bottles of perfume]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-stole-perfume-bottles-and-assaulted-store-employees-in-westminster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2025 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-stole-perfume-bottles-and-assaulted-store-employees-in-westminster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two suspects stole over $7,000 in hair and skin care products from a CVS store in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department is trying to identify two suspects who entered the Quail Hill CVS and took over $7,000 in hair and skin care products.<br />
The suspects both appear to be African American. They were both wearing black clothing. One of them had an L.A. Dodgers t-shirt on.<br />
The suspects were caught on surveillance cameras.<br />
If you can help us with this case, please contact svoigt@cityofirvine.org.Stealing over $7,000 in hair and skin care products from a CVS in California would likely be cla]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-stole-over-7000-in-hair-and-skin-care-products-from-a-cvs-store-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2025 07:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-suspects-stole-over-7000-in-hair-and-skin-care-products-from-a-cvs-store-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A man and woman used stolen credit cards to buy items at a Costco in Tustin]]></title><description><![CDATA[On September 27, 2024, and January 2, 2025, a man and woman used stolen credit cards to purchase numerous items at a Costco, according to the Tustin Police Department.The man appears white and is perhaps in his late 40&rsquo;s or early 50&rsquo;s. He is bald with a gray beard. He was wearing a black t-shirt and a gold chain and long shorts. The woman appears to be in her 30&rsquo;s and may be Hispanic. She was wearing blue jeans with tears in them and a black top. She was wearing beige shoes and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-and-woman-used-stolen-credit-cards-to-buy-items-at-a-costco-in-tustin/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Mar 2025 07:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-man-and-woman-used-stolen-credit-cards-to-buy-items-at-a-costco-in-tustin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The City of Orange has appointed a new Chief of Police]]></title><description><![CDATA[Captain Adam Jevec, who began his law enforcement career with the City of Orange Police Department 19 years ago, has been appointed as the City&rsquo;s new Chief of Police, effective March 28, 2025. Jevec will replace Chief Dan Adams who is retiring on March 27, after 35 years with the Orange Police Department, including the last four years as Chief of Police.While providing an essential public safety perspective to the City&rsquo;s management team, Jevec will be responsible for continuing the c]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-city-of-orange-has-appointed-a-new-chief-of-police/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-city-of-orange-has-appointed-a-new-chief-of-police/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two L.A. County theft suspects were arrested after a commercial burglary in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Distraction thefts have been happening across Southern California, and the Irvine Police Department has been working hard to prevent and deter them from happening in Irvine. Earlier this month, the IPD took a report of a distraction theft at the Trader Joe&rsquo;s at Culver and Walnut.<br />
During the investigation, the IPD learned that the stolen credit cards were used at the Irvine Spectrum. The IPD&rsquo;s Spectrum Team obtained valuable evidence, including a license plate on the suspect&rsquo;s v]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-la-county-theft-suspects-were-arrested-after-a-commercial-burglary-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-la-county-theft-suspects-were-arrested-after-a-commercial-burglary-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four suspects arrested on felony narcotics, gun and conspiracy charges after a traffic stop in north O.C.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four individuals are facing multiple charges, including vandalism, possession of a firearm, possession of a controlled substance, and conspiracy, following their arrest overnight, according to the Fullerton Police Department.Officers initiated a traffic stop in the area of Magnolia and Academy when three individuals fled from the vehicle.<br />
After a short foot pursuit, all three, which included two juveniles, were apprehended. A fourth individual was also arrested, and all four were booked on vario]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-suspects-arrested-on-felony-narcotics-gun-and-conspiracy-charges-after-a-traffic-stop-in-north-oc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-suspects-arrested-on-felony-narcotics-gun-and-conspiracy-charges-after-a-traffic-stop-in-north-oc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. driver arrested on DUI charges after passing out while on nitroux oxide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today, motor police officers responded to a report of two men passed out in a car that was running, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department.<br />
The officers located a running car with the driver and passenger passed out.<br />
Both of the suspects were in possession of nitrous oxide (NOS).<br />
The driver displayed signs of impairment and was arrested for DUI and other drug charges.<br />
Luckily, no one was injured and no property was damaged thanks to the quick response by the police officers.Driving under]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-driver-arrested-on-dui-charges-after-passing-out-while-on-nitroux-oxide/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-driver-arrested-on-dui-charges-after-passing-out-while-on-nitroux-oxide/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four victims were injured in a vehicle collision in Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, Costa Mesa Fire and Rescue responded with their partners at Costa Mesa Police Department to the report of a traffic collision located on Fairview Drive, near a Stater Bros market.The first crew to arrive on scene, Costa Mesa Engine 82, led by Fire Captain Mike Ruhl, quickly upgraded this incident to a Mass Casualty Incident (MCI). Incidents are upgraded to MCIs when a Company Officer or Chief Officer on scene determines the initial responding units are unable to handle the conditions (]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-victims-were-injured-in-a-vehicle-collision-in-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/four-victims-were-injured-in-a-vehicle-collision-in-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. driver with expired plates was arrested after drugs were found during a traffic stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 2/25/2025, at 12:03 a.m. police officers conducted a car stop of a vehicle for multiple traffic violations including the vehicle registration being expired in 2022, according to the Westminster Police Department.The occupants of the vehicle were contacted and an inventory was done of the vehicle prior to being impounded.<br />
Upon doing the police officers located evidence of narcotics sales. A total of 37g of fentanyl, and 16g of methamphetamine were discovered.<br />
The owner of the vehicle was ultim]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-driver-with-expired-plates-was-arrested-after-drugs-were-found-during-a-traffic-stop/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-driver-with-expired-plates-was-arrested-after-drugs-were-found-during-a-traffic-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police are searching for a package theft suspect who drives an old Mercedes]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department is looking for a woman who took a package off a doorstep in the Quail Hill neighborhood.<br />
The suspect left the scene in a 1992 maroon Mercedes. She has reddish-blonde hair, appears to be petitite and was wearing gray shorts, a black t-shirt and a gray sweat jacket as well as white tennis shoes. She appears to be in her 20&rsquo;s.If you can help identify her, please email jbaskin@cityofirvine.org.In California, package theft is treated seriously and can result in sign]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-searching-for-a-package-theft-suspect-who-drives-an-old-mercedes/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 18:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-are-searching-for-a-package-theft-suspect-who-drives-an-old-mercedes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCFA firefighters contained a Santa Ana strip mall fire to one unit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier yesterday morning, at 8:47 a.m., OCFA Engine 78 arrived on scene to find flames coming from an end unit of a strip mall located at 3610 W. 1st St., Santa Ana.The team&rsquo;s swift response made all the difference. The Fire Captain quickly assessed the situation, ordering additional resources. The Fire Engineer connected a fire hose to the hydrant while firefighters advanced a hoseline to tackle the blaze.Thanks to the rapid and coordinated efforts of all firefighters on scene, the fire]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocfa-firefighters-contained-a-santa-ana-strip-mall-fire-to-one-unit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocfa-firefighters-contained-a-santa-ana-strip-mall-fire-to-one-unit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Impaired driver arrested in Orange after collision flips car upside down]]></title><description><![CDATA[A driver, who was not a local student, hit a parked car which caused her vehicle to flip upside down on Cambridge Street north of Walnut Avenue today, according to the Orange Police Department.No major injuries were reported.<br />
The driver was arrested on suspicion of driving impaired.Picture Courtesy of the Orange Police Department<br />
In California, if you crash while driving impaired but there are no injuries or victims, you will typically face standard DUI penalties. These can include:<br />
Misdemeanor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/impaired-driver-arrested-in-orange-after-collision-flips-car-upside-down/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 04:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/impaired-driver-arrested-in-orange-after-collision-flips-car-upside-down/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for a woman who stole apparel and beauty products from a Target store]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police detectives need your help identifying this SAPD &ldquo;Wanted Wednesday&rdquo; suspect.<br />
Earlier this month, the suspect, a woman, was captured on video surveillance as she entered the Target store located at 3300 S. Bristol St. She proceeded to steal hundreds of dollars&rsquo; worth of apparel and health and beauty products.<br />
The suspect concealed the stolen items in a tote bag and, when she was confronted by a loss prevention officer, she managed to flee the store with the merchandise.<br />
Su]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-woman-who-stole-apparel-and-beauty-products-from-a-target-store/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 02:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-woman-who-stole-apparel-and-beauty-products-from-a-target-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A transient was arrested in Costa Mesa on charges of unlawful camping, narcotics and resisting arrest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, at about 5:30 a.m., police officers proactively patrolling the city while driving in the area of Wilson Street and Fairview Road, spotted a recent arrestee unlawfully camping on a public sidewalk, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department.<br />
The camp included her property, trash, rotten food, and soiled fabrics. She was found to be in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.<br />
The suspect is known to law enforcement, with prior drug convictions and a refusal to accept res]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-transient-was-arrested-in-costa-mesa-on-charges-of-unlawful-camping-narcotics-and-resisting-arrest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-transient-was-arrested-in-costa-mesa-on-charges-of-unlawful-camping-narcotics-and-resisting-arrest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Santa Ana man was arrested after stealing an e-bike that had an Air Tag, from a kid in Tustin]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Santa Ana resident stole a kid&rsquo;s expensive e-bike in Tustin, but the story did not end up well for him as the kid&rsquo;s parents had equipped the bike with a hidden Air Tag, according to the Tustin Police Department.This meant that the police officers were able to track down the stolen e-bike and arrest the Santa Ana man who stole it.The suspect was booked at the Orange County Jail.This story serves as a great reminder to all:<br />
If you can provide the police with a great lead, such as liv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-man-was-arrested-after-stealing-an-e-bike-that-had-an-air-tag-from-a-kid-in-tustin/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-man-was-arrested-after-stealing-an-e-bike-that-had-an-air-tag-from-a-kid-in-tustin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ICE arrests have increased by 627% in one month since Pres. Donald Trump was reelected]]></title><description><![CDATA[WASHINGTON &mdash; Today, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced that in a single month under President Trump, more than 20,000 illegal aliens were arrested.That&rsquo;s a 627% increase in monthly arrests, compared to just 33,000 at large arrests under Biden for ALL of last year.A statement from Secretary Noem is below:&ldquo;President Trump and this Administration are saving lives every day because of the actions we are taking to secure the border and deport illegal alien criminals. Hundreds of th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ice-arrests-have-increased-by-627-in-one-month-since-pres-donald-trump-was-reelected/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ice-arrests-have-increased-by-627-in-one-month-since-pres-donald-trump-was-reelected/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man pleads guilty to DUI charges after a fatal collision, in exchange for a 4-year sentence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Christopher Magallon, a 25-year-old Santa Ana, pleaded guilty this Monday to a felony charge of DUI gross vehicular manslaughter in a plea agreement with the Riverside County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office. It was an odd plea deal as it did not include dismissal of any charges.<br />
Jose Cornejo Cubias, Courtesy of GoFundMe<br />
Magallon killed another Santa Ana man, 20-year-old Jose Cornejo Cubias, in a terrible DUI collision that took place on April 29, 2024, on the westbound 91 Freeway, near the Inte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-pleads-guilty-to-dui-charges-after-a-fatal-collision-in-exchange-for-a-4-year-sentence/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-pleads-guilty-to-dui-charges-after-a-fatal-collision-in-exchange-for-a-4-year-sentence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. child tested positive for measles after returning from an international trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[A case of measles has been confirmed in an Orange County child who returned last week after international travel. With the exception of potential exposures at Los Angeles International (LAX) airport on February 19th, (additional information available&nbsp;here), there were minimal exposures.&nbsp;This was due in part to clinical staff having a high level of suspicion of measles and immediately taking appropriate infection control precautions.Measles is an acute viral illness typically presenting]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-child-tested-positive-for-measles-after-returning-from-an-international-trip/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-child-tested-positive-for-measles-after-returning-from-an-international-trip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. probationer is back in jail after getting caught with narcotics and drug paraphernalia]]></title><description><![CDATA[Having illegal narcotics and drug paraphernalia is never a good idea&mdash;but having them with you while on probation and you&rsquo;re out for a stroll? No bueno!That&rsquo;s exactly what happened yesterday when Huntington Beach Department police officers recognized a subject on probation strolling along the beach path.<br />
A quick search confirmed that the probationer was carrying illegal substances, and he was given a one-way ticket to the HBPD city jail.In California, the penalties for a probati]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-probationer-is-back-in-jail-after-getting-caught-with-narcotics-and-drug-paraphernalia/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 21:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-probationer-is-back-in-jail-after-getting-caught-with-narcotics-and-drug-paraphernalia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two O.C. teens busted after injuring a bystander with a thrown bottle while riding e-bikes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, Downtown patrol officers responded to an incident where a glass bottle was thrown from the top of a parking structure, striking an innocent bystander below, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.The suspects fled on e-bikes, riding recklessly and running a red light.The HBPD officers immediately started an investigation, reviewing surveillance footage and tracking down those responsible.<br />
After an extensive search, the officers located the juvenile suspects. One]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-teens-busted-after-injuring-a-bystander-with-a-thrown-bottle-while-riding-e-bikes/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 20:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-teens-busted-after-injuring-a-bystander-with-a-thrown-bottle-while-riding-e-bikes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Teenager who went missing at the MainPlace Mall located and reunited with his family]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Garden Grove Police Department announced on their Instagram feed and Facebook page that a missing teenager has been located and he has been reunited with his family.<br />
The teenager, Dominic Flores, a 12-year-old male was last seen at 8:30 p.m., on 2/22/25 at the MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana, located at 2800 N Main St.The GGPD did not reveal where Flores had been while he was missing or where he was found.In the United States, approximately 6.2% of missing children are never found. This means th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/teenager-who-went-missing-at-the-mainplace-mall-located-and-reunited-with-his-family/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/teenager-who-went-missing-at-the-mainplace-mall-located-and-reunited-with-his-family/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An undocumented landscaper was detained by ICE agents in Santa Ana today]]></title><description><![CDATA[An organization that calls itself Migra Watch posted on Facebook today that they had received notifications of the presence of immigration officers in Santa Ana on 02/23/25 at Sherry Lane and 17th Street, at an apartment complex, possibly the Palms at Sherry Lane.<br />
Two officers were apparently present with black and white SUVs. The officers were wearing ICE vests and were armed with 9mm handguns.A Migra Watch volunteer verified that at about 10:39 a.m. a residential landscaper was detained by ICE]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-undocumented-landscaper-was-detained-by-ice-agents-in-santa-ana-today/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 02:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-undocumented-landscaper-was-detained-by-ice-agents-in-santa-ana-today/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A missing mother and infant from Santa Ana were located]]></title><description><![CDATA[Update &ndash; They have been located! They were found in the City of Stanton.Yesterday morning, on Saturday February 22th,&nbsp;Marilyn Perez and her 6-month-old son, Misael Perez went missing.<br />
They were last seen at their home in the&nbsp;in the 400 block of S. Daisy Street.<br />
Perez is Hispanic and is 5&rsquo;3&Prime; tall. She has brown hair and brown eyes.Anyone with information on their whereabouts is asked to contact the SAPD Watch Commander at (714) 245-8700 or Detective Corporal B. Speakma]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-missing-mother-and-infant-from-santa-ana-were-located/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-missing-mother-and-infant-from-santa-ana-were-located/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A teenager is missing after hanging out at the MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana last night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Update &ndash; he has been found!The Garden Grove Police Department is searching for a missing juvenile, Dominic Flores, a 12-year-old male last seen at 8:30 p.m., on 2/22/25 at the MainPlace Mall in Santa Ana, located at 2800 N Main St.DESCRIPTION<br />
5&rsquo;4&rdquo;100 LBSBrown hairBrown eyesLast seen wearing a white T-shirt, black pants, and white Jordan shoes<br />
Please share and help the GGPD to locate him. If you see Flores, please call 9-1-1 or the GGPD at (714)741-5704.In California, kidnapping]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-teenager-is-missing-after-hanging-out-at-the-mainplace-mall-in-santa-ana-last-night/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 18:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-teenager-is-missing-after-hanging-out-at-the-mainplace-mall-in-santa-ana-last-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County deputies arrested four gang suspects after a possible shooting and a pursuit]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 2-23-25, at about 12:45 am, Orange County Deputies from the San Clemente Police Services were dispatched to the area of Calle Campana and Calle Canasta reference possible gunshots.<br />
While patrol checking the area, deputies located shell casings and other evidence of a possible shooting.Shortly after the deputies discovered the crime scene, a vehicle possibly related was located in the City of Dana Point.<br />
Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, and it eventually yielded in the City of San Juan]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-deputies-arrested-four-gang-suspects-after-a-possible-shooting-and-a-pursuit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 18:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-deputies-arrested-four-gang-suspects-after-a-possible-shooting-and-a-pursuit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Fountain Valley police seize 100 grams of narcotics, 3,000 pills, and cash in a major drug bust]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fountain Valley police officers made a big drug bust, seizing approximately 100g of narcotics, 3,000 pills (both illicit and prescription), including:<br />
AmphetaminesAlprazolamKetamineClonazepamCrack CocaineCocaineHeroinMethFentanylMDMAXanaxThe officers also recovered several glass pipes used to smoke drugs and they seized almost $2,800 in cash.Selling controlled substances in California carries severe penalties, varying by the type of drug and specific circumstances:<br />
Amphetamines: Selling amphetam]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-fountain-valley-police-seize-100-grams-of-narcotics-3000-pills-and-cash-in-a-major-drug-bust/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 17:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-fountain-valley-police-seize-100-grams-of-narcotics-3000-pills-and-cash-in-a-major-drug-bust/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters put out a Santa Ana residential fire before it could spread to other homes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana &ndash; Dispatchers at the OCFA&rsquo;s emergency command center received multiple calls for a fire in the 4000 block of W. Kent Ave. on Saturday at 3:33 PM.<br />
Engine 78 was the first-in unit and reported heavy smoke coming from a single story house, and upgraded the call to a working structure fire.<br />
The responding firefighters initiated an attack on the fire and a search of the home to confirm everyone had made it out.<br />
Fortunately, the residents had made it out.<br />
The residents were treat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/firefighters-put-out-a-santa-ana-residential-fire-before-it-could-spread-to-other-homes/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/firefighters-put-out-a-santa-ana-residential-fire-before-it-could-spread-to-other-homes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A north O.C. DUI Checkpoint yielded one DUI arrest]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, February 20th, the Fullerton Police Department conducted a DUI/Driver&rsquo;s License Checkpoint in the 2500 block of E. Chapman Ave.<br />
In all, 950 vehicles drove through the checkpoint, four of which received citations for driving without a valid license, and one was placed under arrest for driving under the influence of alcohol.<br />
The deterrent effect of High Visibility Enforcement using DUI checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols has proven to lower the number of persons killed and in]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-north-oc-dui-checkpoint-yielded-one-dui-arrest/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Feb 2025 00:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-north-oc-dui-checkpoint-yielded-one-dui-arrest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two juveniles were arrested on narcotics charges after an SAPD traffic stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrol officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of 600 N. Ross Street, where the vehicle was occupied by two juveniles. The juveniles were near the Santa Ana City Hall, just a few blocks east of the SAPD headquarters.<br />
During the investigation, officers seized:<br />
218 grams of methamphetamineover 100 packaged baggies of narcotics and a scale.<br />
Both juveniles were arrested and booked at Juvenile Hall.Local street gangs often use juveniles to distribute narcotics as they cannot be charged as adult]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-juveniles-were-arrested-on-narcotics-charges-after-an-sapd-traffic-stop/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-juveniles-were-arrested-on-narcotics-charges-after-an-sapd-traffic-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two cars were totalled in a horrific Orange County collision]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier today, Newport Beach Fire Department crews responded to a two-vehicle collision at MacArthur and Bison. The collision occured about a block west of the 73 near two commercial centers surrounded by homes.The impact was severe, with one vehicle striking two trees and a light pole before coming to rest in a drainage area. That car&rsquo;s front end was completely demolished by the impact.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the NBFD<br />
The other vehicle also sustained significant damage after colliding with a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-cars-were-totalled-in-a-horrific-orange-county-collision/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Feb 2025 22:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-cars-were-totalled-in-a-horrific-orange-county-collision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD introduces text alerts for officer arrival times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana residents will be among the first in Orange County&mdash;and some of the first in the state&mdash;to benefit from new software designed to enhance community engagement.The Santa Ana Police Department has introduced a new citizen engagement system that uses text messaging to keep residents informed after non-life-threatening interactions with SAPD.&ldquo;In today&rsquo;s on-demand society, we understand how important it is to keep community members informed. Much like private companies]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-introduces-text-alerts-for-officer-arrival-times/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Feb 2025 06:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-introduces-text-alerts-for-officer-arrival-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Saturday, Feb. 22]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, February 22, 2025, the Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver&rsquo;s License checkpoint at Culver and Trabuco.<br />
The checkpoint will be clearly marked and operational from 8:00 p.m. until 2 a.m.The Irvine Police Department offers these reminders to ensure you have a safe night of fun that does not involve a DUI:<br />
Always use a designated sober driver &ndash; a friend who is not drinking, ride-share, taxicab or public transportation &n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-department-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-saturday-feb-22/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-department-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-saturday-feb-22/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. suspect with prior charges faces a felony after a traffic stop arrest, thanks to Prop. 36]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, February 15, 2025, The O.C. Sheriff&rsquo;s Rancho Santa Margarita SET team conducted a traffic stop and contacted two subjects.<br />
During the stop, drug paraphernalia could be observed in plain view.<br />
The paraphernalia was seized, along with usable quantities of suspected narcotics.<br />
One of the subjects had prior qualifying convictions and was arrested for charges relating to the incident.The suspect most likely did not know that his crime could result in serious felony charges thanks t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-suspect-with-prior-charges-faces-a-felony-after-a-traffic-stop-arrest-thanks-to-prop-36/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-suspect-with-prior-charges-faces-a-felony-after-a-traffic-stop-arrest-thanks-to-prop-36/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A driver in Irvine died after a single-vehicle collision caused by a medical emergency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, at 3:34 p.m., the Irvine Police Department (IPD) received reports of a traffic collision at the intersection of Campus Drive and Turtle Rock Drive.IPD and the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) immediately responded to the area. When first responders arrived, they found a 2022 Chevrolet Equinox SUV that had been involved in a single-vehicle collision.<br />
The OCFA crew quickly assisted the driver and sole occupant and had him transported to the hospital, where he passed away from his inj]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-in-irvine-died-after-a-single-vehicle-collision-caused-by-a-medical-emergency/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-driver-in-irvine-died-after-a-single-vehicle-collision-caused-by-a-medical-emergency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD officers seized a firearm and a machete and arrested a suspect at a traffic stop]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this week, patrol officers were conducting proactive enforcement in the area of 1st Street and Lyon Street when they attempted to stop a vehicle that attempted to evade them, according to the SAPD.Upon making contact with the driver, officers noticed a firearm in plain view in the backseat.<br />
The driver was immediately detained, and a further investigation led officers to recover a loaded firearm, additional magazines, and a large machete inside the trunk.<br />
The driver was arrested and booke]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-officers-seized-a-firearm-and-a-machete-and-arrested-a-suspect-at-a-traffic-stop/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-officers-seized-a-firearm-and-a-machete-and-arrested-a-suspect-at-a-traffic-stop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[K9 police dog finds cocaine during a Garden Grove traffic stop, leading to an arrest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier today, the Garden Grove Police Department&rsquo;s Gang Suppression Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle.<br />
K9 police dog &ldquo;Rocky&rdquo; was called in to assist and immediately alerted officers to the presence of drugs in the vehicle.<br />
A search uncovered a significant amount of cash and cocaine.Huge shoutout to the GSU and K9 Rocky for their outstanding work in keeping our streets safe!In California, the penalties for cocaine possession and trafficking vary based on the specifics]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/k9-police-dog-finds-cocaine-during-a-garden-grove-traffic-stop-leading-to-an-arrest/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/k9-police-dog-finds-cocaine-during-a-garden-grove-traffic-stop-leading-to-an-arrest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. transient convicted of killing and decapitating another transient]]></title><description><![CDATA[Antonio Padilla, a 34-year-old transient, was convicted on Tuesday of killing, decapitating and burying Gina Lockhart, a 60-year-old homeless woman whose body was found weeks later in the backyard of his family&rsquo;s Huntington Beach home.Police found Lockhart&rsquo;s body at a Huntington Beach mobile park in 2022. She had been decapitated and hog-tied prior to her burial by Padilla, according to the Patch.Lockhart was well-known at shopping centers surrounding Beach Boulevard and Slater Avenu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-transient-convicted-of-killing-and-decapitating-another-transient/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 23:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-transient-convicted-of-killing-and-decapitating-another-transient/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mural Mosaic selected Santa Ana to receive their only public arts installation this year in CA]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce its selection as the only city in California to receive a new public arts installation provided by international arts organization Mural Mosaic in its winter 2025 tour.Santa Ana&rsquo;s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency (PRCSA) and Mural Mosaic&rsquo;s Global Roots Project will unveil the new America Connects Heart &amp; Home National Mural Mosaic on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at the Jerome Community Center.&ldquo;We ar]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/mural-mosaic-selected-santa-ana-to-receive-their-only-public-arts-installation-this-year-in-ca/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 22:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/mural-mosaic-selected-santa-ana-to-receive-their-only-public-arts-installation-this-year-in-ca/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County Fair Housing in-person and virtual public meetings set for March 5-7 and 13]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Santa Ana is hosting a series of in-person and virtual meetings in March for the 2025-2029 Orange County Regional Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH), a five-year plan that looks at housing patterns and population data to address unfair housing practices and make sure everyone has equal access to housing.<br />
Public meetings will be held to provide an opportunity for residents to provide feedback on fair housing issues. Orange County residents are invited to attend any of the following publ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-fair-housing-in-person-and-virtual-public-meetings-set-for-march-5-7-and-13/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 22:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-fair-housing-in-person-and-virtual-public-meetings-set-for-march-5-7-and-13/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana street closures and permitted events for February 20 to 26]]></title><description><![CDATA[Below are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures in Santa Ana so you may plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events.&nbsp;If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears.Through February 21<br />
Flower and First streets:&nbsp;Closure of right hand turn lane for well construction9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily<br />
Saturday, February 22<br />
Plaza Cal]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-and-permitted-events-for-february-20-to-26/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 22:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-and-permitted-events-for-february-20-to-26/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. Sheriff investigators are still trying to solve a 1983 Cold Case murder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Investigators are seeking information after uncovering new leads in the homicide of Maritza Glean Grimmett, according to the Orange County Sheriff.Maritza, long-referred to as Jane Doe, was positively identified in March 2024, reinvigorating investigative efforts to solve her decades-old homicide.Maritza&rsquo;s remains were discovered in April 1983 in a culvert in the area of Canada and Old Trabuco roads in what is now the city of Lake Forest.In&nbsp;1978, 20-year-old&nbsp;Grimmett married a Un]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriff-investigators-are-still-trying-to-solve-a-1983-cold-case-murder/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Feb 2025 18:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-sheriff-investigators-are-still-trying-to-solve-a-1983-cold-case-murder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for a man who violated a protective order filed by his family]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives are attempting to locate Jose Henriquez, who is wanted on an arrest warrant and is the subject of a protective order filed by his family, according to the SAPD.Henriquez has repeatedly attempted to force contact with his ex-wife and children at their residence in the 2100 block of S. Pacific Avenue.<br />
Suspect: Jose Henriquez<br />
Description: Male, Hispanic, 5&rsquo;0&rdquo; tall, 135 lbs.<br />
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact Investigator K. Bryant at (714) 245-8420]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-man-who-violated-a-protective-order-filed-by-his-family/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 22:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-a-man-who-violated-a-protective-order-filed-by-his-family/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested by the Costa Mesa police for illegal behavior with minors]]></title><description><![CDATA[COSTA MESA, Calif. (Feb. 19, 2025) &ndash; The Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) is seeking to identify potential additional victims of a man arrested for s*xually assaulting two underage teen girls.Peter Michael Mejia<br />
On Feb. 13, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., CMPD detectives received information about an adult man having s*xual relationships with several juveniles. Officers located and spoke with two victims, and confirmed the information they had received was accurate.<br />
Officers learned t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-by-the-costa-mesa-police-for-illegal-behavior-with-minors/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Feb 2025 20:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-by-the-costa-mesa-police-for-illegal-behavior-with-minors/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eight transients were arrested and their encampment in Costa Mesa was cleaned up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, the Costa Mesa Police Department received complaints about a large unlawful encampment off Bristol Street near the flood channel, which started to fill up due to the rainstorm.<br />
The Community Policing Unit (CPU) went out to the location and found the encampment.<br />
Police officers contacted the eight individuals and offered them services, which they all refused.<br />
Four of the transients were arrested on felony warrants and the other four were arrested for trespassing in a County flood chann]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/eight-transients-were-arrested-and-their-encampment-in-costa-mesa-was-cleaned-up/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 19:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/eight-transients-were-arrested-and-their-encampment-in-costa-mesa-was-cleaned-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Huntington Beach Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Feb. 20]]></title><description><![CDATA[Huntington Beach, CA &ndash; The Huntington Beach Police Department will hold a DUI Checkpoint on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within the city limits.Checkpoint locations are chosen based on the history of DUI crashes and arrests. The primary purpose of checkpoints is not to make arrests but to promote public safety by deterring drivers from driving impaired.During the checkpoint, officers will look for signs that drivers are under the influ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-department-will-hold-a-dui-checkpoint-on-feb-20/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 19:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-huntington-beach-police-department-will-hold-a-dui-checkpoint-on-feb-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAUSD is hosting a free We Care Wellness and Education Fair on Friday, Feb 21]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Santa Ana Unified School District is hosting the We Care Wellness and Education Fair on Friday, February 21, 2025, at Saddleback High School. From mental health services to early learning programs, the We Care Event promises a great day of fun with food and student performances.<br />
Every family has a story, and every student&rsquo;s journey matters! This year&rsquo;s We Care &ndash; Wellness &amp; Education Fair is centered around the theme &ldquo;Your Story Continues&rdquo;&mdash;a celebration]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sausd-is-hosting-a-free-we-care-wellness-and-education-fair-on-friday-feb-21/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 18:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sausd-is-hosting-a-free-we-care-wellness-and-education-fair-on-friday-feb-21/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A suspected DUI driver was arrested after killing a Long Beach woman in a collision in Anaheim]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 56-year-old Long Beach woman died after the vehicle she was in was hit by a vehicle driven by a Buena Park woman, in Anaheim, on Sunday night, Feb. 16.Anaheim police officers repored to the scene of the collision, at S. Magnolia Avenue and W. Broadway, in Anaheim, at about 10 p.m. The officers identified a red SUV and a white sedan with major damage, as the two vehicles involved in the collision.The victim was driving an SUV that was proceeding southbound on Magnolia when the driver of the sed]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-suspected-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-killing-a-long-beach-woman-in-a-collision-in-anaheim/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 22:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-suspected-dui-driver-was-arrested-after-killing-a-long-beach-woman-in-a-collision-in-anaheim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The American Red Cross O.C. is hosting a Volunteer Open House on March 8]]></title><description><![CDATA[The American Red Cross of Orange County is hosting a Volunteer Open House on March 8, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at their Santa Ana location, at 600 N Parkcenter Dr. Parking is free.You&rsquo;re invited to support your community by becoming an American Red Cross volunteer. If you&rsquo;re exploring volunteer opportunities, then check out this Volunteer Open House and hear from current volunteers about the work they do and ways you can roll up your sleeve and help your community.Stop by any time bet]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-american-red-cross-oc-is-hosting-a-volunteer-open-house-on-march-8/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 22:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-american-red-cross-oc-is-hosting-a-volunteer-open-house-on-march-8/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Santa Ana metals product business caught fire on Sunday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana &ndash; Dispatchers at the OCFA&rsquo;s emergency command center received multiple calls for smoke coming from an industrial building in the 2600 block of S. Susan Street at 9:50 p.m. on Sunday night.Engine 77 was the first-arriving crew and found smoke showing from a metal product business.<br />
The firefighters initiated an attack on the fire and confirmed all of the workers were evacuated.<br />
The fire crews were able to knock down the fire in 20 minutes and prevent it from spreading to the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-metals-product-business-caught-fire-on-sunday-night/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Feb 2025 21:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-metals-product-business-caught-fire-on-sunday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An Anaheim man was fatally stabbed outside a waterfront Santa Monica bar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Monica, CA &ndash; On Saturday, February 15, 2025, at approximately 1:50 AM, the Santa Monica Police Department responded to a report of a stabbing at The Bungalow, located at 101 Wilshire Blvd.Officers arrived within moments and located two male victims with stab wounds. Santa Monica Fire Department personnel provided medical aid and transported both individuals to a local hospital.<br />
One victim, an unidentified Anaheim man, sustained critical injuries and, despite life-saving efforts, late]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-anaheim-man-was-fatally-stabbed-outside-a-waterfront-santa-monica-bar/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2025 22:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-anaheim-man-was-fatally-stabbed-outside-a-waterfront-santa-monica-bar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Santa Ana City Hall is closed and no street sweeping on Presidents Day, Feb. 17]]></title><description><![CDATA[In observance of Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025, Santa Ana City Hall, libraries, community centers and the Santa Ana Work Center are closed. Street sweeping is canceled on Feb. 17. Trash and recycling will be collected on their regular schedule.Police, fire and emergency services will operate normally. Call 911 for emergencies.Go here for the holiday street sweeping schedule for 2025.D&iacute;a de los Presidentes: el Ayuntamiento est&aacute; cerrado y no se barren las callesEn conmemora]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-city-hall-is-closed-and-no-street-sweeping-on-presidents-day-feb-17/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2025 21:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-city-hall-is-closed-and-no-street-sweeping-on-presidents-day-feb-17/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police from 3 O.C. cities teamed up to catch two Riverside County vehicle theft suspects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, Costa Mesa police officers pursued a stolen truck onto the 405 Freeway and stopped following it near MacArthur for safety reasons, according to the Irvine Police Department.An Irvine patrol officer found the car on Rosa Drew Lane unoccupied a short time later.<br />
Patrol officers and the Irvine Special Investigations Unit flooded the area to search for the suspects. HB-1, Huntington Beach PD&rsquo;s helicopter, provided support overhead.<br />
The officers quickly located the driver and took hi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-from-3-oc-cities-teamed-up-to-catch-two-riverside-county-vehicle-theft-suspects/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Feb 2025 05:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-from-3-oc-cities-teamed-up-to-catch-two-riverside-county-vehicle-theft-suspects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A bicyclist was fatally struck by a vehicle in Santa Ana yesterday evening]]></title><description><![CDATA[On February 14, 2025, at 6:18 p.m., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple calls regarding a traffic collision near the area of S. Raitt Street and W. Myrtle Street.<br />
Officers, along with Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), responded to the scene where they discovered that the collision involved a bicyclist and a vehicle.<br />
The bicyclist was treated at the scene before being transported to a local hospital by OCFA. Despite life-saving efforts, the bicyclist succumbed to his injuries at]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-bicyclist-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-santa-ana-yesterday-evening/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Feb 2025 20:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-bicyclist-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-santa-ana-yesterday-evening/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is conducting a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Feb. 15]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, February 15, 2025, the Santa Ana Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/driver&rsquo;s license checkpoint.It will begin at 6:00 p.m. and conclude at 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location in the City of Santa Ana.<br />
DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving- related crashes. The primary purpose of a DUI checkpoint is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.&ldquo;Impaired dri]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-conducting-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-feb-15/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Feb 2025 04:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-conducting-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-feb-15/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All evacuation orders lifted for all canyons near the Airport Fire burn scar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. (February 14, 2025): Effective Friday, February 14 at 11:15 am all evacuation orders have been lifted for Trabuco Canyon, Hot Springs Canyon, Bell Canyon, Long Canyon and Modjeska Canyon.To report storm-related issues with a County road or flood control channel, call the Orange County Public Works Storm Center 714-955-0200 during standard business hours and 714-955-0333 during flash flood events and emergencies when OC Public Works&rsquo; Department Operations Center is activat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/all-evacuation-orders-lifted-for-all-canyons-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 23:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/all-evacuation-orders-lifted-for-all-canyons-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana street closures and permitted events for February 15 to 19]]></title><description><![CDATA[Below are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures in Santa Ana so you may plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events.&nbsp;If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears.Saturday, February 15<br />
Patches &amp; Pins Flea Market:&nbsp;Closure on&nbsp;Bush Street between 3rd and 5th streets&nbsp;Event hours: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.<br />
Through Fe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-and-permitted-events-for-february-15-to-19/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 21:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-and-permitted-events-for-february-15-to-19/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Developer who used dark money to attack Santa Ana City Councilman Phil Bacerra fined by the FPPC]]></title><description><![CDATA[Don&rsquo;t mess with Santa Ana City Councilman Phil Bacerra! He finally prevailed in a battle against a developer that began way back in 2018, when Bacerra first ran for the City Council.At the time Bacerra was, in his own words, &ldquo;maliciously attacked with false claims funded by hundreds of thousands of dollars in dark money because I stood with the residents of Santa Ana and I would NOT support development projects proposed by out-of-town developers that would destroy the quality of life]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/developer-who-used-dark-money-to-attack-santa-ana-city-councilman-phil-bacerra-fined-by-the-fppc/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 21:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/developer-who-used-dark-money-to-attack-santa-ana-city-councilman-phil-bacerra-fined-by-the-fppc/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine traffic stop leads to arrest of L.A. County suspects on identity theft and drug charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, an eagle-eyed police officer spotted a Tesla (what are the odds in Irvine) without license plates. He pulled the car over and greeted the three occupants inside with a &ldquo;friendly hello,&rdquo; according to the Irvine Police Department.The driver, John Magdirila,35, of Gardena, had five Electronic Benefits Card (EBT) cards that did not belong to him and stolen mail. He was carrying a fake ID with the same name as one of the EBT cards. Magdirila has previously been convicted of i]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-traffic-stop-leads-to-arrest-of-la-county-suspects-on-identity-theft-and-drug-charges/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 19:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-traffic-stop-leads-to-arrest-of-la-county-suspects-on-identity-theft-and-drug-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Fullerton Police will conduct a DUI and Driver’s License Checkpoint on Feb. 20]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Fullerton Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/driver&rsquo;s license Checkpoint on February 20th from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location.DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints is to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.The Fullerton Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just fr]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-fullerton-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-feb-20/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-fullerton-police-will-conduct-a-dui-and-drivers-license-checkpoint-on-feb-20/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mandatory evacuation order issued for Trabuco, Bell, Hot Spring Canyons Near the Airport Fire Burn Scar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, Calif. (February 13, 2025) Effective Thursday, February 13 at 12 pm, an Evacuation Order (Mandatory) will be issued for areas in Trabuco Creek including the RC Airport, fire station, campground/park and school, Bell Canyon including Starr Ranch and Hot Springs Canyon including Lazy-W Ranch due to possible debris flows along or near the Airport Fire burn scar. An Evacuation Warning (Voluntary) remains in place for Long Canyon and Modjeska Canyon. A map with detailed depictions of the a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/mandatory-evacuation-order-issued-for-trabuco-bell-hot-spring-canyons-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 23:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/mandatory-evacuation-order-issued-for-trabuco-bell-hot-spring-canyons-near-the-airport-fire-burn-scar/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nominations for the American Red Cross 2025 Orange County Heroes Awards close on 2/21]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County, CALIF. &mdash; The American Red Cross of Orange County is looking for the public&rsquo;s help to nominate community heroes to be honored at their annual Orange County Heroes Awards. The event will take place on Friday, May 2, 2025, at the City National Grove of Anaheim.The Orange County Heroes Awards is a celebration honoring local individuals, groups and corporations for acts of great bravery, selflessness, and humanitarian service in Orange County.If you know an &lsquo;ordinary&]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/nominations-for-the-american-red-cross-2025-orange-county-heroes-awards-close-on-221/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 23:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/nominations-for-the-american-red-cross-2025-orange-county-heroes-awards-close-on-221/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed man arrested on a slew of felony charges after a DUI collision in Fountain Valley]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers recently responded to a solo vehicle traffic collision, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department.Picture Courtesy of the Fountain Valley Police Department<br />
During a search of the vehicle, the police officers located shell casings inside the vehicle and a loaded handgun nearby.<br />
The driver was ultimately arrested for a slew of firearm charges, DUI Drugs, and several narcotics violations.<br />
Photo Courtesy of the Fountain Valley Police Department<br />
The driver was also identified]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-man-arrested-on-a-slew-of-felony-charges-after-a-dui-collision-in-fountain-valley/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 22:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-man-arrested-on-a-slew-of-felony-charges-after-a-dui-collision-in-fountain-valley/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The O.C. Crisis Intervention Team earns Gold Certification for excellence in crisis response]]></title><description><![CDATA[(Santa Ana, CA) &mdash; The Orange County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program has been awarded Gold Level Certification through CIT International, recognizing its outstanding commitment to regional crisis response system development and collaboration between law enforcement and behavioral health professionals. Orange County is the first county in the state to achieve this rating.The CIT Program is a community regional partnership among law enforcement/first responders, behavioral healthcare p]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-crisis-intervention-team-earns-gold-certification-for-excellence-in-crisis-response/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 22:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-crisis-intervention-team-earns-gold-certification-for-excellence-in-crisis-response/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Firefighters rescue a cat and dog, but one cat perished in an Westminster apartment fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Firefighters revived a cat and a dog they rescued while searching for victims in an apartment fire on Springdale Street in Westminster yesterday afternoon, according to the OCFA.Firefighters revived a cat and a dog they rescued while searching for victims in an apartment fire on Springdale Street in Westminster this afternoon.<br />
Unfortunately, another cat did not survive. Our thoughts are with the pet&rsquo;s owner during this difficult time. pic.twitter.com/kInG79vWtv&mdash; OCFA (@OCFireAuthorit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/firefighters-rescue-a-cat-and-dog-but-one-cat-perished-in-an-westminster-apartment-fire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 19:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/firefighters-rescue-a-cat-and-dog-but-one-cat-perished-in-an-westminster-apartment-fire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police are trying to identify a porch pirate who struck twice in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 10, a man stole a package from a resident&rsquo;s front door and another from the mail room at an apartment community near Main St. and Cartwright, according to the Irvine Police Department.The man appears to be white and is perhaps in his 30&rsquo;s. In one instance he was wearing a long-sleeved white pullover, black pants and a black backpack as well as a baseball cap with the letter &ldquo;A.&rdquo; In another he donned a gray pullover with a hoodie.<br />
If you can help us locate him,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-are-trying-to-identify-a-porch-pirate-who-struck-twice-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 19:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/police-are-trying-to-identify-a-porch-pirate-who-struck-twice-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fake cops scam UCI students out of thousands of dollars]]></title><description><![CDATA[UCI students are getting scammed and losing thousands of dollars according to the UCI Police Department.Each of the defraudd students has lost from $1,000 to $200,000.The scammers are impersonating police officers and even pretending to be international police. They are calling the UCI students and claiming that there is an active warrant for their arrest.To avoid jail the scammers tell the students that they must make an immediate &ldquo;bail payment,&rdquo; often via wire transfers, gift cards]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fake-cops-scam-uci-students-out-of-thousands-of-dollars/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/fake-cops-scam-uci-students-out-of-thousands-of-dollars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The City of Santa Ana is offering free sandbags with a major rainstorm on the way]]></title><description><![CDATA[Be prepared for rain! The National Weather Service has forecast a major storm will hit Southern California beginning Wednesday, Feb. 12, through Friday, Feb. 14, with heavy rain, possible flooding and dangerous road conditions especially on Thursday.The City of Santa Ana is offering free sandbags to residents and businesses. Up to 10 sandbags are available per Santa Ana residence or business location.The self-service sandbag station location and hours:<br />
City of Santa Ana Corporate Yard215 S. Cent]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-city-of-santa-ana-is-offering-free-sandbags-with-a-major-rainstorm-on-the-way/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 23:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-city-of-santa-ana-is-offering-free-sandbags-with-a-major-rainstorm-on-the-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Westminster murder suspect who was an O.C. inmate died after taking ill]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE, Ca. &ndash; On Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, an inmate housed in the Correctional Medical Services wing of a local hospital died.The 72-year-old inmate was booked into jail on Mar. 9, 2019, by the Westminster Police Department for CPC 664/187 &ndash; Attempted murder, CPC 451(a) &ndash; Arson causing great bodily injury, CPC 451(b) &ndash; Arson to inhabited structure/dwelling, and CPC 451(a)(1) &ndash; Aggravated arson with a prior. His name is being withheld pending notification of next of kin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-westminster-murder-suspect-who-was-an-oc-inmate-died-after-taking-ill/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 22:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-westminster-murder-suspect-who-was-an-oc-inmate-died-after-taking-ill/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The O.C. Clerk-Recorder wants you to get married on Valentine’s Day!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen will once again extend ceremony hours until 6 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2025, at the Anaheim, Laguna Hills, and Old County Courthouse in Santa Ana for marriage services only. The extended hours aim to accommodate couples looking to tie the knot or renew their vows on the most romantic day of the year, Valentine&rsquo;s Day.Appointments are highly recommended to avoid delays; however, walk-ins will be served on a first-come, first-served basis. Before a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-clerk-recorder-wants-you-to-get-married-on-valentines-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 22:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-clerk-recorder-wants-you-to-get-married-on-valentines-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The County of Orange will be closed on Pres. Lincoln’s birthday but are they trying to cancel him?]]></title><description><![CDATA[All Orange County Administrative offices will be closed Wednesday, February 12, 2025, in observance of the holiday. Normal operation hours will resume Thursday, February 13, 2025.The closure is due to the observance of President Abe Lincoln&rsquo;s birthday.For some reason the County of Orange forgot to mention President Lincoln when they announced the office closures but the Orange County Public Works Department did remember to mention Lincoln in their announcement.Is someone at the County of O]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-county-of-orange-will-be-closed-on-pres-lincolns-birthday-but-are-they-trying-to-cancel-him/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 21:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-county-of-orange-will-be-closed-on-pres-lincolns-birthday-but-are-they-trying-to-cancel-him/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armed Garden Grove gas station robber arrested with help from a Good Samaritan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, February 9, 2025, at 6:15 p.m., police officers were dispatched to a gas station in the area of Valley View and Lampson regarding a robbery that just occurred, according to the Garden Grove Police Department.A lone suspect entered the business with a handgun and demanded money. In the middle of the robbery a witness entered the location, grabbed what he needed, and headed to checkout at which time the suspect was exiting the business.<br />
The Good Samaritan placed his things on the counte]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-garden-grove-gas-station-robber-arrested-with-help-from-a-good-samaritan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 06:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/armed-garden-grove-gas-station-robber-arrested-with-help-from-a-good-samaritan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nightly lane reductions for pipeline construction at Bristol Street and Memory Lane starting Feb. 10]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Santa Ana Public Works Agency is constructing a new water pipeline, buildings and facilities for the Well 32 Rehabilitation Project, which will improve the reliability of the City&rsquo;s water supply.As part of this project, construction crews will be working nightly beginning Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, to install a water pipeline at the intersection of Bristol Street and Memory Lane.<br />
Work will take place from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. nightly Sunday through Friday for approximately two weeks, w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/nightly-lane-reductions-for-pipeline-construction-at-bristol-street-and-memory-lane-starting-feb-10/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 05:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/nightly-lane-reductions-for-pipeline-construction-at-bristol-street-and-memory-lane-starting-feb-10/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County deputies arrested two Victorville men on theft charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this morning, Orange County deputies assigned to San Clemente Police Services responded to a theft in progress at a local construction site.<br />
Thanks to a vigilant informant providing detailed information, the deputies quickly located the suspect vehicle as it was driving through the city.Items recovered from Victorville thieves in San Clemente<br />
Inside, they found two individuals from Victorville&mdash;one of whom was on probation for vandalism and grand theft.A search of the vehicle uncove]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-deputies-arrested-two-victorville-men-on-theft-charges/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-deputies-arrested-two-victorville-men-on-theft-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A wrong-way driver died after crashing into another vehicle in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning, around 1:35 a.m., the Irvine Police Department (IPD) responded to reports of a traffic collision on Jamboree Road south of Warner Avenue. Our Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) partners also responded to assist.The initial investigation determined that a black Hyundai Elantra was traveling the wrong way southbound on Jamboree Road in the northbound Jamboree Road traffic lanes. A head-on collision occurred with another vehicle traveling northbound on Jamboree Road, just south of Wa]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-wrong-way-driver-died-after-crashing-into-another-vehicle-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-wrong-way-driver-died-after-crashing-into-another-vehicle-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are OC bus riders ready for a pay-as-you-go fare payment system?]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE &ndash; The Orange County Transportation Authority is preparing this summer to launch a new and modernized fare payment system, designed to enhance accessibility and improve the rider experience for all bus passengers.Starting in Summer 2025, the new Wave fare payment system will use pay-as-you-go technology that lets you pay for rides on OCTA transit based on what you use versus the fixed amount on a paper pass. The new system will include a contactless reloadable smart card, new robust]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/are-oc-bus-riders-ready-for-a-pay-as-you-go-fare-payment-system/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 23:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/are-oc-bus-riders-ready-for-a-pay-as-you-go-fare-payment-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle on Sunday night in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[On February 9, 2025, at approximately 10:22 p.m., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple calls regarding a traffic collision near the area of 2100 block of West 17th Street, near Ferrellgas Propane.Officers, along with Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), responded to the scene where they discovered that the collision involved a pedestrian and a vehicle. The pedestrian, identified as Carmelo Salazar Garcia (49) of Santa Ana, was treated at the scene before being transported to a local]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-on-sunday-night-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 20:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-pedestrian-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-on-sunday-night-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. deputies arrested a man and seized several guns, cash, drugs and psychedelic mushrooms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Orange County deputies from the Mission Viejo Community Services Unit initiated an investigation that led to a search of the residence where an array of illicit items, including narcotics, psychedelic mushrooms, multiple unregistered firearms (ghost guns), high-capacity magazines, a substantial amount of cash, and evidence indicative of drug sales.The suspect, Blair Brockman (50) of Mission Viejo, was arrested was and booked into jail with fourteen charges related to the firearms and narcotics t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-arrested-a-man-and-seized-several-guns-cash-drugs-and-psychedelic-mushrooms/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Feb 2025 19:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-deputies-arrested-a-man-and-seized-several-guns-cash-drugs-and-psychedelic-mushrooms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa police arrested a man who stole a dirt bike when he set off an alarm]]></title><description><![CDATA[What happens when you play hide and seek with police officers? A suspect recently found out, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department.A Costa Mesa police officer was in the area of Superior Avenue when an audible burglary alarm went off at around 3:30 a.m. at a business in the 1500 block of Superior.<br />
As the officer approached, he saw the man notice the police vehicle right before he bolted from the scene.<br />
After a brief foot pursuit a perimeter was set up. A drone was requested and helped to]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-a-man-who-stole-a-dirt-bike-when-he-set-off-an-alarm/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 02:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-a-man-who-stole-a-dirt-bike-when-he-set-off-an-alarm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anaheim caretaker charged with abusing an elderly nonverbal woman with dementia]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A 69-year-old caretaker has been charged with r*ping a bedridden 93-year-old woman who is nonverbal and suffers from dementia while he was supposed to be caring for her.Phuong Hoang Khong, 69, of Anaheim, has been charged with one felony count of r*pe by force, one felony count of s*xual penetration by a foreign object by force, one felony count of forcible oral c*pulation, and one felony count of elder abuse.He faces a maximum sentence of 75 years to life plus four yea]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-caretaker-charged-with-abusing-an-elderly-nonverbal-woman-with-dementia/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 02:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anaheim-caretaker-charged-with-abusing-an-elderly-nonverbal-woman-with-dementia/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Westminster Police are trying to identify a group of distraction theft and burglary suspects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the past few weeks there has been an uptick in distraction thefts and residential burglaries committed by the several subjects, according to the Westminster Police Department.The suspects include at least two women and a man. The women are all covering their heads and wearing scarves. They appear to possibly be Romani.Westminster Distraction Theft and Burglary Suspects<br />
If you recognize any of the subjects please notify Detective Ramirez at Dramirez@westminster-ca.gov or (714) 548-3805.As a]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-group-of-distraction-theft-and-burglary-suspects/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 02:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-identify-a-group-of-distraction-theft-and-burglary-suspects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD intercepted a major drug shipment and seized meth, fentanyl and marijuana]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAPD Special Investigation Detectives successfully intercepted a significant drug shipment, ensuring these dangerous substances will never reach the streets:<br />
586.5 grams of blue M-30 pills suspected to be fentanyl10 kilos of suspected cocaine wrapped in 10 cellophane packages7.1 kilos of suspected cocaine vacuumed and sealed into packages8,784 grams of suspected meth vacuumed and sealed into multiple packagesParcel containing 64 lbs. of THC products418 grams of marijuana vacuumed and sealed into]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-intercepted-a-major-drug-shipment-and-seized-meth-fentanyl-and-marijuana/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 02:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-intercepted-a-major-drug-shipment-and-seized-meth-fentanyl-and-marijuana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two felons were arrested again on auto theft, weapon and warrant charges in Westminster]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you saw a large police presence at Nancy Lee Dr and Westminster Boulevard this morning the Westminster Police Department has finally announced what happened.On 2/7/2025, at 0850 am, WPD police officers were conducting proactive patrol in the area of Nancy Lee Dr and Westminster Boulevard when they located an occupied stolen vehicle.<br />
The vehicle was reported stolen to WPD three days prior. While filling the report the victim advised it was possible that he left his firearms in the vehicle.The]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-felons-were-arrested-again-on-auto-theft-weapon-and-warrant-charges-in-westminster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Feb 2025 01:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-felons-were-arrested-again-on-auto-theft-weapon-and-warrant-charges-in-westminster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Feds have begun to sue Sanctuary Cities like Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[The&nbsp;Santa Ana&nbsp;City Council this week reaffirmed its dedication to protecting all of the city&rsquo;s residents regardless of immigration status, according to the O.C. Register.However the Trump administration&rsquo;s U.S. Department of Justice&rsquo;s also filed a lawsuit yesterday, against Illinois and Chicago, over their policies limiting local law enforcement&rsquo;s cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.If Chicago loses the sanctuary city lawsuit, it could have several s]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-feds-have-begun-to-sue-sanctuary-cities-like-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 18:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-feds-have-begun-to-sue-sanctuary-cities-like-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three L.A. County bank “Juggers” arrested for north O.C. theft]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, the ATF Orange County Violent Crime Task Force, which includes Fullerton Police Department detectives, conducted a follow-up investigation on a suspected &ldquo;bank jugging&rdquo; incident that occurred in the City of Fullerton in December of 2024.Detectives identified, located, and arrested three male adults in connection with this case. All three suspects, who reside in Los Angeles County, were booked at the Fullerton City Jail on charges that include conspiracy and burgl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-la-county-bank-juggers-arrested-for-north-oc-theft/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/three-la-county-bank-juggers-arrested-for-north-oc-theft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Santa Ana man and a transient were arrested for the death of a man at an Anaheim motel room]]></title><description><![CDATA[ANAHEIM, Calif. (February 6, 2025) &ndash; Anaheim Police detectives have arrested two suspects after a man was found deceased in a motel room.On Monday, February 3, 2025, around 10:15 a.m., Anaheim Police officers responded to the Akua Motor Inn, located at 1018 E Orangethorpe Ave. regarding a person who was found deceased inside a motel room. Officers arrived and found the 63-year-old male victim with obvious signs of traumatic injury. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.Homicide detective]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-man-and-a-transient-were-arrested-for-the-death-of-a-man-at-an-anaheim-motel-room/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 22:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-santa-ana-man-and-a-transient-were-arrested-for-the-death-of-a-man-at-an-anaheim-motel-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana street closures and permitted events for February 6 to 12]]></title><description><![CDATA[Below are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures in Santa Ana so you may plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events.&nbsp;If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears.Thursday, February 6<br />
UCI Playful Learning Project celebration&nbsp;Madison Park, 1528 S. Standard Ave.; Event hours: 3-5 p.m.<br />
Through February 10<br />
5th and Fair]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-and-permitted-events-for-february-6-to-12/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 22:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-and-permitted-events-for-february-6-to-12/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Santa Ana City Manager has promoted two Assistant City Managers]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; City Manager Alvaro Nu&ntilde;ez is pleased to announce the appointments of Minh Thai and Kathryn &ldquo;Kat&rdquo; Downs to the position of Assistant City Manager for the City of Santa Ana, effective February 3, 2025.<br />
Both Assistant City Manager Downs and Assistant City Manager Thai bring a wealth of expertise and experience that will significantly contribute to the continued success and development of Santa Ana.City Manager Nu&ntilde;ez, Assistant City Manager Thai, A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-city-manager-has-promoted-two-assistant-city-managers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 22:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-santa-ana-city-manager-has-promoted-two-assistant-city-managers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Restraining Order violator arrested by the SAPD]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAPD #WantedWednesday suspect Danny Ramos was taken into custody by patrol officers yesterday afternoon.Ramoshas a history of repeatedly violating a restraining order against his ex-wife and their children, according to the SAPD.<br />
Suspect: Danny Joe Mariche Ramos (35)Description: Male, Hispanic, 5&rsquo;11&rdquo;, 210 lbs.<br />
Anyone with information on his Ranis and his illegal activities is asked to contact Investigator K. Bryant at (714) 245-8420 or kbryant@santa-ana.org.Penalties for Repeated Res]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/restraining-order-violator-arrested-by-the-sapd/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 22:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/restraining-order-violator-arrested-by-the-sapd/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Alert resident’s tip leads to arrest of two suspects in North O.C. mail theft case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Recently, while on patrol, a motor Sergeant was contacted by a member of the community who told him that he had witnessed a United States Postal Service vehicle being broken into and had taken video of the incident, according to the Placentia Police Department.The police Sergeant requested back-up officers to the crime scene, and they viewed the video. The video showed not only the suspects committing the theft, but also the vehicle they were driving.An alert went out County wide to other law en]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/alert-residents-tip-leads-to-arrest-of-two-suspects-in-north-oc-mail-theft-case/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 21:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/alert-residents-tip-leads-to-arrest-of-two-suspects-in-north-oc-mail-theft-case/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two distraction theft suspects were arrested in Irvine and several stolen cell phones were recovered]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, two thieves plans were foiled. A patrol officer checked the Woodbury Town Center due to a recent increase in Orange County distraction thefts in stores, according to the Irvine Police Department.The officer spotted two suspicious men engaged in activity commonly seen in distraction phone and wallet thefts.<br />
As the pair left, the officer made a traffic stop on their vehicle. During a search, officers located eight cell phones wrapped in aluminum foil and other suspicious property and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-distraction-theft-suspects-were-arrested-in-irvine-and-several-stolen-cell-phones-were-recovered/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-distraction-theft-suspects-were-arrested-in-irvine-and-several-stolen-cell-phones-were-recovered/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two O.C. suspects were arrested on felony auto theft and drug charges after trying to Uber away]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the early hours of this morning, around 2 a.m., deputies patrolling Los Alisos Blvd. &amp; Jeronimo Rd. spotted a vehicle displaying two stolen plates, according to the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Lake Forest Police Services.A records check confirmed it was stolen a month ago out of Anaheim.<br />
As deputies investigated, two individuals attempted to flee in an Uber but were quickly detained. Both were linked to the stolen vehicle, and additional illegal narcotics were found.<br />
With prior convicti]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-suspects-were-arrested-on-felony-auto-theft-and-drug-charges-after-trying-to-uber-away/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-oc-suspects-were-arrested-on-felony-auto-theft-and-drug-charges-after-trying-to-uber-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Off-duty LAPD Seargant arrested after a DUI collision in Tustin that killed a Santa Ana man]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, February 1, 2025, at approximately 3:57 a.m. hours, the Tustin Police Department and Orange County Fire Authority responded to Nisson Road and Del Amo Avenue regarding a person down in the roadway.<br />
Officers arrived and located a 19-year-old male resident of Santa Ana (later identified as Imanol &ldquo;Manny&rdquo; Salvador Gonzalez with major trauma.<br />
The Orange County Fire Authority pronounced the male deceased at the scene. There was vehicle debris in the roadway near the pedestria]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/off-duty-lapd-seargant-arrested-after-a-dui-collision-in-tustin-that-killed-a-santa-ana-man/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 05:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/off-duty-lapd-seargant-arrested-after-a-dui-collision-in-tustin-that-killed-a-santa-ana-man/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested a Tustin school employee for hooking up with a teenager in a car]]></title><description><![CDATA[February 4, 2025&mdash;Santa Ana Police have arrested a 32-year-old Tustin Unified School District classified employee on charges of s*xual assault involving a student.<br />
On February 4, 2025, at approximately 7:30 a.m., Santa Ana Police officers responded to the area of Westwood Avenue and Riviera Drive regarding a call for service about potential s*xual activity occurring inside a vehicle. Upon arrival, officers located the vehicle in question, which was occupied by a male and a female in the bac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-a-tustin-school-employee-for-hooking-up-with-a-teenager-in-a-car/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 01:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-a-tustin-school-employee-for-hooking-up-with-a-teenager-in-a-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD Chief addresses misinformation on alleged ICE raid involvement]]></title><description><![CDATA[The SAPD Police Chief, Robert Rodriguez, responded on social media today to lies being spread online about the SAPD&rsquo;s alleged involvment with ICE raids.PUBLIC ADVISORY &ndash; Community message from Chief Robert Rodriguez on Immigration. #SantaAnaPD pic.twitter.com/3tYljmhgbt&mdash; SantaAnaPD (@SantaAnaPD) February 5, 2025<br />
Chief Rodriguez said &ldquo;As your Chief of Police, our department&rsquo;s role is to ensure the public safety of all individuals regardless of immigration status. We]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-chief-addresses-misinformation-on-alleged-ice-raid-involvement/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 01:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-chief-addresses-misinformation-on-alleged-ice-raid-involvement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transients cleared from a flood control channel in Santa Ana with rain on the way]]></title><description><![CDATA[O.C. Sheriff&rsquo;s North Patrol deputies contacted 7 individuals, made 5 arrests, and issued citations and warnings for motorized scooters at the Santa Ana River Trail on Sunday.Crews from OC Public Works helped to clear transient encampments and debris from a major flood control channel in preparation for the upcoming rain.The OCTA allowed the deputies to use their Santa Ana base as their staging area for the operation.The OC Sheriff reminds O.C. residents and transients to stay clear of the]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/transients-cleared-from-a-flood-control-channel-in-santa-ana-with-rain-on-the-way/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 18:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/transients-cleared-from-a-flood-control-channel-in-santa-ana-with-rain-on-the-way/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A two-alarm fire at an auto shop in Santa Ana was stopped before it could spread]]></title><description><![CDATA[Just before 11:30 PM last night, Engine 78 arrived on-scene to an automotive shop engulfed in flames, according to the OCFA.The fire was rapidly spreading and imminently threatening the adjacent units within the industrial strip center.The shop that burned is California Auto Parts and Tire Service, located at 3625 W 1st St, in Santa Ana.With two alarms actively fighting the blaze, the fire crews were able to contain it to the unit of origin, thus saving multiple businesses.<br />
Fortunately, no one w]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-two-alarm-fire-at-an-auto-shop-in-santa-ana-was-stopped-before-it-could-spread/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-two-alarm-fire-at-an-auto-shop-in-santa-ana-was-stopped-before-it-could-spread/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Chilean burglar arrested during a residential burglary in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 31, 2025, at 8:56 PM, the Newport Beach Police Department dispatch center received a report of a residential burglary in progress in the area of East Coast Highway and Pelican Point. NBPD officers, along with a K-9 unit and the Huntington Beach PD helicopter, quickly responded to the scene and established a secure perimeter around the property.The suspect was located and surrendered without incident.<br />
The suspect, Christopher A. Ramirezsilva, a 30 year-old male, resident of Santiago, C]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chilean-burglar-arrested-during-a-residential-burglary-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 17:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/chilean-burglar-arrested-during-a-residential-burglary-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ride OCTA buses for free on Feb. 4 in honor of Transit Equity Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[ORANGE &ndash; The Orange County Transportation Authority on Tuesday, Feb. 4 will offer free rides on OC Bus all day in honor of Transit Equity Day.Nationally, Transit Equity Day has been held each year since 2018 to commemorate the birthday of Rosa Parks, who in 1955 refused to give up her seat on the bus to white riders. Her actions that day ultimately led to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that segregation on public transit was unconstitutional&ldquo;OCTA is committed to offering equitable publ]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ride-octa-buses-for-free-on-feb-4-in-honor-of-transit-equity-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 08:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ride-octa-buses-for-free-on-feb-4-in-honor-of-transit-equity-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Texans were arrested in Irvine after a victim’s airpods led police to a stolen car]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Saturday, police dispatch received a call from a victim of an auto theft who said the Airpods in her stolen Volkswagon were tracking near Michelson and Culver, according to the Irvine Police Department.After obtaining the description of the victim&rsquo;s car, our patrol officers quickly located it in the shopping center parking lot with two men inside.Steve Vorrath, 30, of Georgetown, Texas, and Marcel George Urban, 34, of Corpus Cristi, Texas, were charged with possession of a stolen vehicl]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-texans-were-arrested-in-irvine-after-a-victims-airpods-led-police-to-a-stolen-car/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 07:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-texans-were-arrested-in-irvine-after-a-victims-airpods-led-police-to-a-stolen-car/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man arrested after stealing tools from multiple Home Depot stores in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday evening, Orange County Sheriff deputies responded to Home Depot on El Toro Rd., where a suspect was caught breaking into a locked cage containing over $2,000 worth of power tools.<br />
A search of his vehicle uncovered even more stolen tools from multiple Home Depot locations.Instead of a big score, he scored a felony arrest for burglary, possession of burglary tools, and receiving stolen property.In California, stealing over $2,000 worth of power tools would likely be classified as grand t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-after-stealing-tools-from-multiple-home-depot-stores-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 03:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/man-arrested-after-stealing-tools-from-multiple-home-depot-stores-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. businesswoman with three prior DUI convictions arrested after a fatal DUI collision]]></title><description><![CDATA[DANA POINT, Calif. &ndash; On Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at about 6:15 p.m., Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Deputies responded to the report of a traffic collision involving two vehicles at the intersection of Golden Lantern and Stonehill Drive in Dana Point. Deputies arrived and discovered a Land Rover SUV and a Ford Transit van had been involved in a head-on collision.Based on preliminary investigation, the Land Rover was traveling westbound on Stonehill Drive and turned left against a red arrow si]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-businesswoman-with-three-prior-dui-convictions-arrested-after-a-fatal-dui-collision/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 02:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-businesswoman-with-three-prior-dui-convictions-arrested-after-a-fatal-dui-collision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Probationer arrested in Irvine on drug charges; multiple IDs and credit cards seized]]></title><description><![CDATA[Dana Andrea Morales, 30-years-old, was probably not banking on being stopped by one of police officers as she passed through town recently, according to the Irvine Police Department.Morales, who is on probation, was found in possession of a syringe loaded with narcotics, as well as numerous identification and credit cards that did not belong to her.She may have been trying to swipe more than a few dollars.Her visit was cut short when she was arrested and booked at County Jail on narcotics charge]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/probationer-arrested-in-irvine-on-drug-charges-multiple-ids-and-credit-cards-seized/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2025 18:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/probationer-arrested-in-irvine-on-drug-charges-multiple-ids-and-credit-cards-seized/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Irvine couple arrested for allegedly stealing almost $5M from an advertising agency]]></title><description><![CDATA[Over the past three years, an economic crimes investigator has been investigating a major fraud case in which a advertising agency&rsquo;s Controller and her then-husband misappropriated nearly $5,000,000 from an Irvine company between 2012 and 2021, according to the Irvine Police Department.Deepak Lakhiani arrested by the Irvine Police<br />
The pair is suspected of using the money to support a lavish lifestyle, which included luxury cars, jewelry, real estate, and travel. The loss was so significant]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-couple-arrested-for-allegedly-stealing-almost-5m-from-an-advertising-agency/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2025 18:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/irvine-couple-arrested-for-allegedly-stealing-almost-5m-from-an-advertising-agency/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A wanted woman was arrested again in Orange on drug and warrant charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday while on patrol, police officers responded to a suspicious vehicle call in the area of Feldner Street and Palmyra Avenue, according to the Orange Police Department.<br />
A resident believed a car parked on the street was up to no good. When the officers arrived, they spoke to the 3 occupants in the car and saw drug paraphernalia in plain view.<br />
The owner of the car was on post release community supervision (PRCS) and had multiple active warrants for her arrest.<br />
A check of the vehicle reveale]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-wanted-woman-was-arrested-again-in-orange-on-drug-and-warrant-charges/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Feb 2025 18:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-wanted-woman-was-arrested-again-in-orange-on-drug-and-warrant-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Anti-deportation protest set for today at Sasscer Park in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[An anti-deportation protest is set for today in Santa Ana at Sasscer Park, located at 4th St. and Ross, at 10 a.m.A GoFundMe page has been set up to raise funds to help the deported.The page was set up by Lilly Playas.The page notes:<br />
&iexcl;El pueblo unido jam&aacute;s ser&aacute; vencido!The people united will never be defeated! Ning&uacute;n ser humano es ilegalNo human being is illegalNo human being is illegal on stolen land Keep families togetherMantener familias juntasSeparation of powers,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anti-deportation-protest-set-for-today-at-sasscer-park-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Feb 2025 19:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/anti-deportation-protest-set-for-today-at-sasscer-park-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD and probation officers arrested six suspects and seized meth and heroin]]></title><description><![CDATA[AB-109 and Directed Enforcement Officers teamed up with Probation Officers assigned to the SAPD for a successful nighttime compliance operation, resulting in:<br />
6 arrests16 grams of methHeroin<br />
Penalties for selling illegal drugs in CaliforniaSelling methamphetamine or heroin in California carries much harsher penalties compared to simple possession:Methamphetamine<br />
Possession for Sale: This is a felony with penalties of 16 months, 2 years, or 3 years in jail.Selling/Transporting: Also a felony, wit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-and-probation-officers-arrested-six-suspects-and-seized-meth-and-heroin/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Feb 2025 19:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-and-probation-officers-arrested-six-suspects-and-seized-meth-and-heroin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A murder suspect was fatally shot this morning after an SAPD police pursuit that ended at the Newport Pier]]></title><description><![CDATA[This morning at approximately 6:50 AM, the Newport Beach Police Department was notified that the Santa Ana Police Department was in an active vehicle pursuit entering Newport Beach.<br />
The pursuit ultimately concluded at the Newport Pier.The SAPD posted on X that &ldquo;early this morning, our officers were requested by an outside agency to apprehend a homicide suspect in the City of Santa Ana.SAPD officers located the suspect in a vehicle and attempted to apprehend him, at which point a pursuit en]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-murder-suspect-was-fatally-shot-this-morning-after-an-sapd-police-pursuit-that-ended-at-the-newport-pier/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Feb 2025 19:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-murder-suspect-was-fatally-shot-this-morning-after-an-sapd-police-pursuit-that-ended-at-the-newport-pier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Westminster police arrested two suspects in separate vehicle stops on drug and weapon charges]]></title><description><![CDATA[On 1/30/2025, at 11:35 p.m., police officers conducted a vehicle stop for multiple VC violations in the area of Tilden Street and Hazard Avenue, according to the Westminster Police Department.<br />
A search of the vehicle was conducted which revealed the driver was in possession of 8 grams of methamphetamine and over 35 grams of fentanyl, working digital scales, and other items indicative of drug sales.<br />
The driver was taken into custody and transported to OCJ for drug sales.Less than 12 hours later,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/westminster-police-arrested-two-suspects-in-separate-vehicle-stops-on-drug-and-weapon-charges/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Feb 2025 18:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/westminster-police-arrested-two-suspects-in-separate-vehicle-stops-on-drug-and-weapon-charges/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Westminster Police are trying to I.D. a woman who has been stealing packages]]></title><description><![CDATA[A female suspect removed packages from a victim&rsquo;s doorstep, according to the Westminster Police Department.<br />
In one case, the suspect was seen pushing a wagon/stroller.The suspect appears to be a Hispanic woman in her late 40&rsquo;s or 50&rsquo;s.<br />
If you have any information please contact:Det. J. Black: JBlack@westminster-ca.gov/(714)548-3835 or Inv. J. Antonelli: JAntonelli@westminster-ca.gov/(714) 898-3315 x 4563.In California, stealing packages, also known as mail theft, is a misdemean]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-id-a-woman-who-has-been-stealing-packages/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 23:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-westminster-police-are-trying-to-id-a-woman-who-has-been-stealing-packages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. suspect on a bike caught on video stealing items from unlocked cars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Last week, a resident shared this home-monitoring video with us that clearly captured a suspect riding a distinctive bicycle and breaking into vehicles around 3:00 a.m. The video provided excellent detail, showing the suspect&rsquo;s clothing, face, bicycle, and backpack. In the footage, the suspect approached on a bicycle, entered two unlocked vehicles, stole items, and rode away, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.After reviewing the video, CMPD&rsquo;s Community Policing Unit]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-suspect-on-a-bike-caught-on-video-stealing-items-from-unlocked-cars/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-suspect-on-a-bike-caught-on-video-stealing-items-from-unlocked-cars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two minors were arrested for allegedly setting a fire at an O.C. middle school]]></title><description><![CDATA[In two separate incidents in October and December of 2024, two juvenile suspects entered a middle school when the campus was closed and lit numerous items on fire, causing thousands of dollars in damage, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.Through extensive follow-up by a school resource officer working alongside our detective bureau, both suspects were ultimately identified as local high school students. Both suspects were arrested and have been booked into the Orange County Juv]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-minors-were-arrested-for-allegedly-setting-a-fire-at-an-oc-middle-school/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 20:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-minors-were-arrested-for-allegedly-setting-a-fire-at-an-oc-middle-school/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An armed transient was arrested after assaulting an elderly man in Costa Mesa]]></title><description><![CDATA[A report about a transient with a gun uncovered a crime from the night before, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department.Yesterday morning, while policeofficers were on another call at the 700 block of 19th Street, a person approached them to report a man with a gun in the area.<br />
The police officers quickly located the suspect nearby, who immediately fled on foot. After a brief foot pursuit, officers detained the suspect without incident.<br />
A loaded handgun was recovered at the scene and linked]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-transient-was-arrested-after-assaulting-an-elderly-man-in-costa-mesa/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-armed-transient-was-arrested-after-assaulting-an-elderly-man-in-costa-mesa/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A repeat DUI driver was arrested again after crashing in Orange at 11 a.m.]]></title><description><![CDATA[Who gets drunk in the morning? We found out today when a driver who was already on parole for a felony DUI crashed just before 11 a.m. in Orange, according to the Orange Police Department.The collision happend on Lewis Street north of Chapman Avenue.<br />
#image_title<br />
The driver was in a snazzy purple car that somehow crashed into a curb and is no longer so snazzy.The driver was arrested again and booked at the Orange County Jail.Unfortunately such drivers often don&rsquo;t learn their lesson until t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-repeat-dui-driver-was-arrested-again-after-crashing-in-orange-at-11-am/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 08:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-repeat-dui-driver-was-arrested-again-after-crashing-in-orange-at-11-am/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for two men who beat up a victim at a 7-Eleven store]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 15th, at around 7:15 pm, two suspects attacked a victim at the parking lot of the 7-Eleven located at 400 N. Grand Ave., according to the SAPD.They struck the victim with a metal object, causing him to fall, then continued the assault. S#1 then ripped a gold chain from the victim&rsquo;s neck and stole his wallet containing approximately $700.Both suspects fled in a 2012-2015 black, Chevy Malibu.Suspect Description:<br />
SUSPECT : Hispanic male, 5&rsquo;8&rdquo;, heavyset, wearing a black]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-two-men-who-beat-up-a-victim-at-a-7-eleven-store/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-two-men-who-beat-up-a-victim-at-a-7-eleven-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rock climber who trained in Santa Ana falls to her death at Red Rocks Canyon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Micah Manalese, a 30-year-old rock climber, died recently after falling at Red Rocks Canyon in Nevada.<br />
According to a GoFundMe page, Manalese would frequently train at Sender One Climbing in Santa Ana, California, where she was well known in the Southern California rock climbing community.The Las Vegas Police received a call about a climber who fell along the Community Pillar climbing route at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area at around 5:30 p.m. local time on Saturday, Jan. 18, accordi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/rock-climber-who-trained-in-santa-ana-falls-to-her-death-at-red-rocks-canyon/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 03:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/rock-climber-who-trained-in-santa-ana-falls-to-her-death-at-red-rocks-canyon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New poll finds that a majority of Americans support the deportation of criminals]]></title><description><![CDATA[A very vocal extreme minority is trying to make the case that the U.S. government should not be deporting violent criminals but a new poll by the AP shows that this is a lie.The vast majority of U.S. adults favor deporting immigrants living in the United States illegally who have been convicted of a violent crime including 65% who strongly favor the policy and 18% who somewhat favor it.<br />
There is also broad support among people across the political spectrum with majorities of &nbsp;Democrats (79%]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-poll-finds-that-a-majority-of-americans-support-the-deportation-of-criminals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 01:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/new-poll-finds-that-a-majority-of-americans-support-the-deportation-of-criminals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange man arrested for the alleged theft of military equipment from the Tustin Army Reserve Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[On January 16th, 2025, police detectives, with the assistance of the joint Irvine-Tustin SWAT Team, Army Criminal Investigations Division, and OCSD Bomb Squad, served search warrants in the City of Orange, according to the Tustin Police Department.<br />
The operation resulted in the arrest of Alfredo Reyes Jr., a 40-year-old resident of Orange, for the theft of government equipment that occurred earlier this month at the Tustin Army Reserve Center.As a result of the investigation, all Humvees were ac]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-man-arrested-for-the-alleged-theft-of-military-equipment-from-the-tustin-army-reserve-center/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 23:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-man-arrested-for-the-alleged-theft-of-military-equipment-from-the-tustin-army-reserve-center/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thieves used a U-Haul truck to steal an electric scooter and clothes from an Irvine Target store]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Irvine Police Department is asking the community for help identifying two retail theft suspects.<br />
On November 3, 2024, the suspects entered the Target store at the Irvine Marketplace and filled a shopping cart with an electric scooter and a hamper full of miscellaneous clothing.<br />
Shortly after, they exited through a door at the rear of the store and pushed the cart full of stolen merchandise to their awaiting U-Haul truck.<br />
The suspects included a white male wearing a black Puma sweatshirt and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/thieves-used-a-u-haul-truck-to-steal-an-electric-scooter-and-clothes-from-an-irvine-target-store/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 20:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/thieves-used-a-u-haul-truck-to-steal-an-electric-scooter-and-clothes-from-an-irvine-target-store/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County bolsters crime-fighting tools with a $742K investment in DNA technology]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, CA &ndash; At the January 28 Board of Supervisors meeting, the Supervisors unanimously approved $742,000 in Prop 69 funds to support local law enforcement, the OC Crime Lab, and the District Attorney&rsquo;s Office in enhancing their DNA programs.This funding includes critical financial support for 13 police departments across the county, including the Anaheim, Tustin, and Irvine Police Departments in District 3, the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department, and the Orange County Dist]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-bolsters-crime-fighting-tools-with-a-742k-investment-in-dna-technology/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 22:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-bolsters-crime-fighting-tools-with-a-742k-investment-in-dna-technology/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana Councilman Phil Bacerra will Chair the OCFA’s Board of Directors this year]]></title><description><![CDATA[The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce Councilmember Phil Bacerra&rsquo;s appointment as Chair of the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) Board of Directors.<br />
This is a significant appointment to oversee an essential public safety agency that provides fire and emergency services to Santa Ana, 22 other Orange County cities and unincorporated areas.Councilmember Bacerra has served on the OCFA Board since 2023.The OCFA Board is responsible for setting policies and overseeing the operations of th]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-councilman-phil-bacerra-will-chair-the-ocfas-board-of-directors-this-year/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-councilman-phil-bacerra-will-chair-the-ocfas-board-of-directors-this-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A burglar was arrested after stealing tools from a car, in Orange County]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early Sunday morning, police officers responded to a call about a vehicle burglary where a suspect smashed a car window and stole tools, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.<br />
Armed with a solid description of the suspects and their vehicle, our officers searched the area but initially came up empty-handed.Fast-forward about an hour&mdash;during proactive patrols, officers spotted the suspects and their vehicle in a different neighborhood. After an initial investigation, both suspe]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-burglar-was-arrested-after-stealing-tools-from-a-car-in-orange-county/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-burglar-was-arrested-after-stealing-tools-from-a-car-in-orange-county/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[DUI driver gets only six years in prison after killing a motorcycle rider in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mario Celestino Torres, a 30-year-old man, pleaded guilty on Monday and he was sentenced to only six years in prison for an alcohol-related DUI collision that&nbsp;killed Flor Mecon Granados, a 44-years-old Santa Ana resident who was riding a motorcycle.Torres he rear-ended the motorcycle driven by Granados just before 3 a.m. on April 11, 2024, at S. Bristol Street and W. Segerstrom Avenue.Torres was driving a 2024 Mazda. Both vehicles were northbound on Bristol Street at Segerstrom Avenue when]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-driver-gets-only-six-years-in-prison-after-killing-a-motorcycle-rider-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 18:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/dui-driver-gets-only-six-years-in-prison-after-killing-a-motorcycle-rider-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD is searching for an elderly missing man who suffers from epilepsy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police officers are attempting to locate a 70-year-old man named Cheyenne Viltz whose family members state they have not heard from since Monday, January 13th, according to the SAPD.<br />
Viltz lives in the area of 2200 E. 1st Street and he suffers from epilepsy.Epilepsy is a group of non-communicable neurological disorders characterized by recurrent epileptic seizures, according to Wikipedia.Description: Male, Hispanic, 6&rsquo;0&rdquo; tall, 175 lbs., black hair, and brown eyes. (Unknown clothing)A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-an-elderly-missing-man-who-suffers-from-epilepsy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 01:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-is-searching-for-an-elderly-missing-man-who-suffers-from-epilepsy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The O.C. Sheriff speaks out on enforcing immigration laws]]></title><description><![CDATA[As the debate about immigration and local law enforcement&rsquo;s role has increased with the new presidential administration, Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes has been asked by members of the media and the community to clarify the Orange County Sheriff&rsquo;s Department&rsquo;s role in immigration enforcement and whether their current practices will change.Here is Sheriff&rsquo;s Barnes message regarding his position on law enforcement and immigration law:Securing the border and enforcing immi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-sheriff-speaks-out-on-enforcing-immigration-laws/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 01:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-oc-sheriff-speaks-out-on-enforcing-immigration-laws/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[L.A. man facing felony charges after carjacking an O.C. police car and fleeing from the officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lilton Bernardt Dooley, a 56-year-old man from Los Angeles County, was charged on Thursday with carjacking a Huntington Beach police car and leading officers on a pursuit that ended in Lakewood.Dooley is facing felony charges of carjacking, five counts of assault with a weapon on a peace officer, a count of leading police on a chase and a count of resisting arrest.Police officers attempted to pull Dooley over for a traffic violation shortly before midnight on Monday, but he refused to stop, acco]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-man-facing-felony-charges-after-carjacking-an-oc-police-car-and-fleeing-from-the-officers/</link><pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 00:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/la-man-facing-felony-charges-after-carjacking-an-oc-police-car-and-fleeing-from-the-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[OCDA’s office awarded $3.3M in State grants to fight DUIs]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; The Orange County District Attorney&rsquo;s Office (OCDA) is proud to announce that it has been once again chosen by the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to serve as the statewide traffic safety training agency in an ongoing effort to combat drugged and drunk driving across California. This year&rsquo;s $3.3 million in OTS grants will provide the OCDA with an exciting opportunity to roll out its new multi-day impaired driving course that will provide new law en]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocdas-office-awarded-33m-in-state-grants-to-fight-duis/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 22:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ocdas-office-awarded-33m-in-state-grants-to-fight-duis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana man pleads guilty to killing his neighbor and could serve up to life in prison]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alfonso Jassogarcia, a 40-year-old man, pleaded guilty last Friday to fatally shooting his neighbor in Santa Ana.<br />
Jassogarcia was immediately sentenced to 18 years to life in prison. However, he was given 1,401 days credit behind bars, which took almost four years off his sentence.Jassogarcia pleaded guilty to a felony charge of second-degree murder with a sentencing enhancement for the personal use of a gun in the fatal shooting of 45-year-old Jose Luis Solis, back on March 26, 2021.The shootin]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-pleads-guilty-to-killing-his-neighbor-and-could-serve-up-to-life-in-prison/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 19:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-man-pleads-guilty-to-killing-his-neighbor-and-could-serve-up-to-life-in-prison/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana residential fire claimed a dog’s life, but a storage unit fire was contained]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana firefighters were busy this weekend as they battled a deadly residential fire and a commercial fire at a storage unit complex.The residential fire broke out on Sunday night at the 5300 block of West 1st Street, according to the OCFA.What&rsquo;s it like to be the first on scene as a Battalion Chief?The radio traffic between the Battalion Chief, our Emergency Command Center, and the firefighters provides a glimpse into the first critical minutes of setting the scene for a successful and]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-residential-fire-claimed-a-dogs-life-but-a-storage-unit-fire-was-contained/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 18:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-residential-fire-claimed-a-dogs-life-but-a-storage-unit-fire-was-contained/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[SAPD police officers seized guns from a guy playing peekaboo and a vehicle stop suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[While conducting proactive enforcement at the 800 block of N. Van Ness, police officers noticed a suspect attempting to hide near a parked vehicle as they drove by, according to the SAPD.<br />
When the officers approached the suspect he fled on foot.Following a brief pursuit the officers were able to safely detain him.<br />
A search of his person revealed a loaded P80 9mm handgun.The suspect was booked at the Santa Ana CIty Jail on weapons-related charges.<br />
Picture Courtesy of the SAPD<br />
SAPD patrol officers]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-officers-seized-guns-from-a-guy-playing-peekaboo-and-a-vehicle-stop-suspect/</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Jan 2025 00:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/sapd-police-officers-seized-guns-from-a-guy-playing-peekaboo-and-a-vehicle-stop-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An O.C. woman was killed in a single vehicle collision in Irvine]]></title><description><![CDATA[A solo vehicle traffic collision occurred early on Saturday morning in the area of Alton Parkway and Valley Oak. The driver has died from her injuries, according to the Irvine Police Department.On Saturday morning, at around 12:40 a.m., the Irvine Police Department (IPD) responded to reports of a traffic collision in the area of Alton Parkway and Valley Oak. Their partners at the Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) also responded to assist.The initial investigation determined a Grey BZ4X Toyota]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-woman-was-killed-in-a-single-vehicle-collision-in-irvine/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jan 2025 23:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-oc-woman-was-killed-in-a-single-vehicle-collision-in-irvine/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Passenger killed in Costa Mesa after suspected car thief crashes during a police chase]]></title><description><![CDATA[Early today, Jan. 26, 2025, a little before 3 a.m., Newport Beach Police advised the Costa Mesa Police Department that they were in pursuit of a suspect, who had been in their city attempting to steal vehicles. The suspect had fled to Costa Mesa, in the area of E. 19th Street and Santa Ana Avenue.<br />
Moments later, the Newport Beach Police advised that the suspect vehicle had crashed into an Edison power pole at the intersection of Santa Ana Avenue and 22nd Street. CMPD and Costa Mesa Fire &amp; Re]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/passenger-killed-in-costa-mesa-after-suspected-car-thief-crashes-during-a-police-chase/</link><pubDate>Sun, 26 Jan 2025 23:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/passenger-killed-in-costa-mesa-after-suspected-car-thief-crashes-during-a-police-chase/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A father of two was fatally struck by a vehicle in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 37-year-old man was struck by a vehicle in Santa Ana and later pronounced deceased at a local hospital, according to the SAPD.On January 22, 2025, at approximately 6:15 p.m., the Santa Ana Police Department received multiple calls regarding a traffic collision near the intersection of First Street and Harbor Boulevard.<br />
Police officers, along with Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA), responded to the scene where they discovered that the collision involved a pedestrian and vehicle.<br />
The pedestria]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-father-of-two-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jan 2025 19:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/a-father-of-two-was-fatally-struck-by-a-vehicle-in-santa-ana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana parents: explore school choices at the OC Fair on Feb. 1]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many Santa Ana parents are upset at the news that 260 students at the SAUSD have opted to change their pronouns and thanks to legislation signed by CA Governor Gavin Newsom the school district is hiding this from the parents.This has been exacerbated by the revelation that the SAUSD is buying schoolbooks that encourage kids to question their genders.<br />
2025 OC School Choice Fair<br />
Parents who are now interested in finding other school options for their kids can learn about those options at the 2025]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-parents-explore-school-choices-at-the-oc-fair-on-feb-1/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jan 2025 19:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-parents-explore-school-choices-at-the-oc-fair-on-feb-1/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Irvine police hunt for six suspects in $1,500 Target store theft]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six suspects entered the Target store on 3750 Barranca and took approximately $1,550 in merchandise, according to the Irvine Police Department.The suspects all appear to be African American. At least one of them looks female and the rest appear to be men. It is not uncommon for L.A. gangbangers to come to Orange County to engage in retail theft.<br />
If you can help the Irvine Police to identify these suspects, please contact svoigt@cityofirvine.org.In California, felony retail theft can carry signif]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-hunt-for-six-suspects-in-1500-target-store-theft/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jan 2025 02:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-irvine-police-hunt-for-six-suspects-in-1500-target-store-theft/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Costa Mesa police arrested two pet hoarders and rescued hundreds of birds and dogs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday at around 10:30 a.m., police detectives executed a search warrant for animal cruelty at a residence on the 2100 block of Charle Drive, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD).The police officers were assisted by CMPD&rsquo;s Animal Control Unit, City Code Enforcement, California Department of Fish &amp; Wildlife, United States Fish &amp; Wildlife Service, and Homeland Security Investigations.<br />
As a result of this search warrant, they found hundreds of birds being severely n]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-two-pet-hoarders-and-rescued-hundreds-of-birds-and-dogs/</link><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jan 2025 01:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-costa-mesa-police-arrested-two-pet-hoarders-and-rescued-hundreds-of-birds-and-dogs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[260 SAUSD students have changed their pronouns without their parents’ knowledge]]></title><description><![CDATA[260 students at the SAUSD have opted to change their gender catetories without informing their parents, according to the Interfaith Statewide Coalition, based on a Public Records Request.A bus billboard went up on 17th &amp; Bristol in Santa Ana on Thurs, Jan 23rd, sponsored by the Interfaith Statewide Coalition, announcing that schools can change a child&rsquo;s gender category without parent knowledge.The billboard is in Spanish and English and directs people to their website for more informat]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/260-sausd-students-have-changed-their-pronouns-without-their-parents-knowledge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 18:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/260-sausd-students-have-changed-their-pronouns-without-their-parents-knowledge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two L.A. residents were arrested in Irvine for stealing tools from several Home Depot stores]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday afternoon, a patrol officer threw a wrench into the plans of two organized retail theft suspects, according to the Irvine Police Department.After spotting the suspects&rsquo; vehicle, which was not adequately decorated with license plates, the officer initiated a traffic stop.<br />
When the officer walked up to the car, she observed oodles of new tools in packaging in the back of the vehicle. By any measure, the situation was suspicious.The police officers dug into their toolboxes and start]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-la-residents-were-arrested-in-irvine-for-stealing-tools-from-several-home-depot-stores/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 03:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/two-la-residents-were-arrested-in-irvine-for-stealing-tools-from-several-home-depot-stores/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The SAPD arrested 30 transients in a Quality of Life sweep at several locations]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday morning, January 22nd, the SAPD&rsquo;s Quality of Life Team, in collaboration with the Santa Ana Jail and City Net, conducted quality of life operations across key locations, including the East 1st Street Corridor, 4th St. &amp; Grand Ave., 2100 E 4th St., and 400 N. Grand Ave.Results of the Operation:<br />
30 arrests3 street exits to shelter6 referrals for resources14 clean-ups<br />
The City of Santa Ana remains committed to creating a cleaner, safer, and more supportive Santa Ana community]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-30-transients-in-a-quality-of-life-sweep-at-several-locations/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 03:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/the-sapd-arrested-30-transients-in-a-quality-of-life-sweep-at-several-locations/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O.C. mom tracked down a stolen e-bike and police officers arrested the suspect]]></title><description><![CDATA[Earlier this week, a suspect thought they could make a quick getaway with an unsecured e-bike outside a store, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.Well, he didn&rsquo;t get far. Thanks to the victim&rsquo;s mom tracking the bike&rsquo;s location, the HBPD officers swooped in, recovered the bike, and arrested the suspect for grand theft.With all the tracking technology out there these days, stealing isn&rsquo;t just wrong&mdash;it&rsquo;s downright foolish. Not in Huntington Beach]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-tracked-down-a-stolen-e-bike-and-police-officers-arrested-the-suspect/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 03:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/oc-mom-tracked-down-a-stolen-e-bike-and-police-officers-arrested-the-suspect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Santa Ana street closures and permitted events for January 23 to 29]]></title><description><![CDATA[Below are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures in Santa Ana so you may plan accordingly. Please drive slowly and safely in construction zones and around crowded events.&nbsp;If a weather event occurs on the anticipated start date, the street closures for construction activity will be delayed until the weather clears.Friday, January 24<br />
Bristol Street and Edinger Avenue parking lot&nbsp;Friday Night Munchies; Event hours: 5-10 p.m.<br />
Saturday, January 25<br />
Plaza Calle CuatroCen]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-and-permitted-events-for-january-23-to-29/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/santa-ana-street-closures-and-permitted-events-for-january-23-to-29/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County to host a Career Fair at the Brea Mall for job seekers and businesses]]></title><description><![CDATA[BREA, Calif. (January 23, 2025) &ndash; The County of Orange, in partnership with Fourth District Supervisor Doug Chaffee and Brea Mall, A Simon Center, will host a Career Fair in Brea for job seekers and employers on Thursday, January 30, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Registration, admission, and parking are free.&ldquo;Job seekers will have the opportunity to connect directly with over 60 employers seeking to hire,&rdquo; said Doug Chaffee, Chair of the Orange County Board of Supervisors. &ldqu]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-to-host-a-career-fair-at-the-brea-mall-for-job-seekers-and-businesses/</link><pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-to-host-a-career-fair-at-the-brea-mall-for-job-seekers-and-businesses/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Westminster City Councilmember charged with trying to bribe a city parking control officer]]></title><description><![CDATA[SANTA ANA, Calif. &ndash; A Westminster city council member has been charged with one misdemeanor count of bribery of one of the City&rsquo;s parking control officers in an effort to avoid having her husband&rsquo;s Jeep towed from a City street.Amy Phan West, 42, of Westminster, is alleged to have been running a car rental business connected through the Turo application near the area of Dorothy Street and Melanie Lane in the City of Westminster. Over the course of 2023, Westminster parking offi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/westminster-city-councilmember-charged-with-trying-to-bribe-a-city-parking-control-officer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/westminster-city-councilmember-charged-with-trying-to-bribe-a-city-parking-control-officer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Join OC Habitats for a community cleanup event in Santa Ana on Saturday, 1/25]]></title><description><![CDATA[Santa Ana, CA &mdash; In efforts to restore Orange County&rsquo;s Santiago Creek Park (and reduce litter entering the waterways leading to the ocean) OC Habitats, in partnership with CalTrans&rsquo; Clean California, has invited the community to participate in a special nature cleanup event this Saturday, 1/25.<br />
This is an opportunity for neighbors, community leaders, and organizations to come together to beautify the park and improve the environment.<br />
Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025Time: 9:00 AM]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/join-oc-habitats-for-a-community-cleanup-event-in-santa-ana-on-saturday-125/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 20:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/join-oc-habitats-for-a-community-cleanup-event-in-santa-ana-on-saturday-125/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Uneducated former hotel worker announces her campaign for the 67th Assembly District]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ada Brice&ntilde;o just stepped down this year as Chair of the Democratic Party of Orange County (DPOC) but she won&rsquo;t be on the sidelines for long as she has now announced that she is running for the 67th State Assembly District, which includes portions of the cities of Fullerton, Buena Park, Cypress, Cerritos and Anaheim. The incumbent in the 67th Assembly District is Sharon Quirk-Silva a Democrat who previously served on the Fullerton City Council.Brice&ntilde;o was born in Nicaragua whi]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/uneducated-former-hotel-worker-announces-her-campaign-for-the-67th-assembly-district/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 19:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/uneducated-former-hotel-worker-announces-her-campaign-for-the-67th-assembly-district/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retail thieves with a car full of stolen WSS merch arrested by CHP Santa Ana officers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday, on January 21st, 2025, CHP Santa Ana Area officers received a broadcast from the Orange County Communication Center to be on the lookout for a Jeep SUV with multiple suspects who recently stole items from a retail store, according to the CHP.CHP Santa Ana Area officers quickly located the suspect vehicle and conducted an enforcement stop, detaining four suspects.<br />
During the search of the suspect vehicle, $2,000 worth of stolen merchandise from a WSS in Corona were located.<br />
The CHP&rsq]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/retail-thieves-with-a-car-full-of-stolen-wss-merch-arrested-by-chp-santa-ana-officers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 07:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/retail-thieves-with-a-car-full-of-stolen-wss-merch-arrested-by-chp-santa-ana-officers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Orange County city declares they are a non-sanctuary city for illegal immigrants]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonight, the Huntington Beach City Council voted to approve the initiative brought by Mayor Pat Burns to Declare the City of Huntington Beach a &ldquo;Non-Sanctuary City for Illegal Immigration for the Prevention of Crime.&rdquo;As the City Council Members commented, the intent of this Resolution is to deliberately sidestep the Governor&rsquo;s efforts to subvert the good work of federal immigration authorities and to announce the City&rsquo;s cooperation with the federal government, the Trump A]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-city-declares-they-are-a-non-sanctuary-city-for-illegal-immigrants/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/orange-county-city-declares-they-are-a-non-sanctuary-city-for-illegal-immigrants/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tustin police officers found a stolen handgun when tagging gangbangers were arrested]]></title><description><![CDATA[Patrol officers responded to suspects tagging gang graffiti in a neighborhood off of Walnut Ave., according to the Tustin Police Department.<br />
A patrol officer saw a vehicle leaving the area and conducted a traffic stop near Mcfadden and the 55-freeway for various violations of the California Vehicle Code.<br />
Several red flags went off for the officer and a high-risk vehicle stop was conducted.<br />
After safely detaining the occupants, both documented members of a criminal street gang, the officer notice]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/tustin-police-officers-found-a-stolen-handgun-when-tagging-gangbangers-were-arrested/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 01:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/tustin-police-officers-found-a-stolen-handgun-when-tagging-gangbangers-were-arrested/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Probation check in Orange leads to a big drug bust and the arrest of two suspects]]></title><description><![CDATA[Detectives in the Special Investigations Unit hit a home run with a big drug bust, according to the Orange Police Department.During a probation compliance check the officers located:<br />
$19,963 cash174g Marijuana52 g Mushrooms72 Norcos (drugs that contain hydrocodone and another substance, such as acetaminophen or aspirin)1026 Adderall/Fetty pills2845 M30/Fetty pills6g Ketamine40g Meth1 Gun<br />
Two adults were arrrested and booked at the Orange County jail.Violating probation can result in jail time, f]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/probation-check-in-orange-leads-to-a-big-drug-bust-and-the-arrest-of-two-suspects/</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 01:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/probation-check-in-orange-leads-to-a-big-drug-bust-and-the-arrest-of-two-suspects/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[South Carolina family seeks answers and return of body after a mysterious death in SAPD custody]]></title><description><![CDATA[Freddie Washington, of Aiken, South Carolina, died after being arrested by the SAPD. He was arrested after an altercation with police officers at a Santa Ana hotel but there are few details about what exactly happened.His sister, Kenyale Hightower, posted on Facebook that &ldquo;my Brother Freddie Washington was in Santa Ana and while he was in police custody, he left the hotel on a stretcher after an altercation with the police. He He left the hotel alive and was booked and not transported to t]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/south-carolina-family-seeks-answers-and-return-of-body-after-a-mysterious-death-in-sapd-custody/</link><pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/south-carolina-family-seeks-answers-and-return-of-body-after-a-mysterious-death-in-sapd-custody/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[CA border protection officers seized $44k in unreported cash hidden within a food bag]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAN YSIDRO, Calif., &mdash; Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the San Ysidro Port of Entry intercepted the transportation of $44,148 in unreported currency hidden within a vehicle during an outbound examination last Wednesday.On January 8, at approximately 12:30 p.m., CBP officers conducting outbound operations at the San Ysidro Port of Entry encountered a 27-year-old woman driving a 2024 sedan traveling southbound into Mexico from the United States. CBP officers referred the drive]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-border-protection-officers-seized-44k-in-unreported-cash-hidden-within-a-food-bag/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 23:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/ca-border-protection-officers-seized-44k-in-unreported-cash-hidden-within-a-food-bag/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[An anti-Trump Inauguration Day protest is set for today at 6 p.m. in Santa Ana]]></title><description><![CDATA[An obsure organization called CSO and a few other coalition organizations are hosting an anti-Trump Inauguration Day protest in Santa Ana on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, at 6 p.m.Their Facebook page, which notes that they have ten followers, says that they are &ldquo;Fighting for Chicano/x self-determination in Orange County.&rdquo; They also seem to be anti-police. Their Instagram page has 650 followers.<br />
The protest will be held at Bristol and McFadden. It is highly unlikely that they obtained a city]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-anti-trump-inauguration-day-protest-is-set-for-today-at-6-pm-in-santa-ana/</link><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-us/region/santa-ana/an-anti-trump-inauguration-day-protest-is-set-for-today-at-6-pm-in-santa-ana/</guid></item></channel></rss>